Fixed Wing Air Ambulance Pilot - IFR/PIC - PC12 - CBFFW

Metro Aviation; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Health and Prescription Ins.

Family Dental Insurance

Family Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Fixed Wing Air Ambulance Pilot (IFR/PIC) (PC12) in Council Bluffs, Iowa at the Children’s Nebraska Program. The role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus, a $5,000 retention bonus, and a $5,000 hardship stipend, with a minimum base annual salary of $129K.

The Pilot-in-Command will be responsible for all phases of flight operations, ensure safety, and maintain professional relationships with clients and co-workers. Full-time with benefits incl.

Qualifications

• Total Time = 2,500 hours
• PIC Time = 1,000 hours
• Total Time in Type = 50 hours
• Cross Country Time = 500 hours
• Night Flight Time = 100 hours
• Instrument Time = 75 hours

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for operation of the assigned aircraft at all times
• Perform duties professionally with customers and co-workers
• Maintain work/training schedule and be prepared for extra duty shifts
• Attend meetings as required
• Comply with all manuals, regulations, and directives
• Perform pre-flight inspection and airworthiness maintenance as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of aircraft interior/exterior

Skills

Effective communication

Sound judgement

Leadership

Teamwork

Interpersonal relations

Decision making

Education

FAA Single-Engine Commercial Pilot Certificate

Current Competency/Flight Review

FAA 2nd Class Medical (1st Class for Turbojet PIC)

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Fixed Wing Air Ambulance Pilot (IFR/PIC) (PC12) in Council Bluffs, Iowa at the Children's Nebraska Program.

*$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

*$5,000 Retention Bonus*

*$5,000 Hardship Stipend Available*

Minimum Base Annual Salary: $129K

*Subject to offer letter terms and policy*

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees:

• Family Health and Prescription Insurance
• Family Dental Insurance
• Family Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Objective

The Pilot-in-Command (PIC) is responsible for all phases and aspects of the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. The pilot will uphold the highest standards of flight safety while conducting their duties and represent the Company in the communities we serve in a professional manner at all times. The pilot will maintain a direct, honest, and courteous line of communication with their immediate supervisor, the Company, and the clients we serve. They will recognize the importance of exceptional and professional interpersonal relationships with co-workers and our clients to ensure the Company’s longevity in this industry.

Essential Functions

• Directly responsible for and is the final authority as to the operation of the assigned aircraft at all times
• Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner to include interaction with customers, co-workers, Metro Aviation management, and the general public
• Maintain a work and training schedule as set forth by Metro Aviation, Inc., and also be prepared to occasionally serve extra duty shifts when called upon, due to the absence of other pilots during vacations, sick or military leave, or when short-staffed at a base
• Attend Metro Aviation, Inc. or customer meetings as required
• Comply with all directives and guidance of the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, Policy & Procedures, Company Bulletins, Federal Aviation Regulations, and any other guidance/directives/regulations as applicable
• Perform the duties and responsibilities specific to Operational Control, as listed in the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
• Perform proper pre-flight inspection, maintenance of airworthiness, servicing (fuel, oxygen, etc.) to confirm aircraft airworthiness as needed
• Maintain the cleanliness of the assigned aircraft to include:
• The exterior (washing) and interior
• The medical cabin should be kept clean by medical personnel, but the PIC will ensure this has been accomplished

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds
• Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
• Proficient in directing and guiding

Required Certificate

• FAA Single-Engine Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Current Competency, Proficiency Check or Flight Review
• FAA 2nd Class Medical (1st Class for Turbojet PIC)
• Valid Driver’s License

Minimum Required Experience

• Total Time = 2,500 hours
• Total Pilot-in-Command Time = 1,000 hours
• Total Time in Type =50hours
• Total Cross Country Time = 500 hours
• Total Night Flight Time = 100 hours
• Total Instrument Flight Time = 75 hours (50 in flight)

Preferred Experience

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
• Air Medical operations
• Single Pilot IFR operations
• Night Vision Goggle operations

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and walking
• Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting
• Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height
• Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises
• Maintain a "duty" weight (body weight + uniform/equipment helmet not included) if applicable per program
• Ability to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested
• Require close and distant visual capability
• Periodic hands to key ability (typing)

Work Environment

• Temperature controlled office/rest quarters
• Exposure to outdoor aircraft facility with potential cold and hot temperatures
• Exposure to running aircraft
• Exposure to refueling systems

Work Status, Schedule, & Travel

• Full-time
• 182.5 work days/2,190 hours per year to include:
• 7 days on shift/7 days off shift or 4 days on shift/4 days off shift
• 12-hour shifts
• Workover opportunities depending on program needs
• Travel to required annual training

*Metro Aviation, Inc. does not have a Visa Sponsorship program at this time*

Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.