EMS Helicopter Pilot - Life-Saving Missions, Home Time

REACH Air Medical Services; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

On duty housing

Likely annual bonus

Job summary

REACH Air Medical Services in Modesto, CA, is hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services. The role emphasizes safety and mission-critical patient transport with potential bonuses and housing support.

Candidate must have rotorcraft flight credentials, instrument rating, and substantial turbine helicopter experience. The position offers competitive pay and a path to be part of a trusted GMR family of teams.

Qualifications

• Must hold a rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate (mechanical flying privileges).
• Helicopter instrument rating required.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate required.
• 2,000 total flight hours.
• 2,000 helicopter hours.
• 1,000 helicopter PIC hours.
• 1,000 turbine helicopter hours.
• Minimum 200 helicopter night flight hours.
• Minimum 100 cumulative hours of instrument time.
• 230 pound weight limit with flight gear.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of medical professionals to transport customers safely to/from locations and facilities.
• Ensure aircraft readiness per manuals, FAR and REACH requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties.
• Maintain accurate REACH and regulatory documentation and records.
• Communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
• Provide shift change information to the next pilot and team following REACH change board protocol.
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Education

Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate

Helicopter instrument rating

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

EC135/H135 Aircraft Experience

Job description

REACH Air Medical Services in Modesto, CA, is hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services. The role emphasizes safety and mission-critical patient transport with potential bonuses and housing support.

Candidate must have rotorcraft flight credentials, instrument rating, and substantial turbine helicopter experience. The position offers competitive pay and a path to be part of a trusted GMR family of teams.