Float Fixed Wing Pilot in Command

19300 Intermountain Medical Transport LLC; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully benefits eligible

7-on / 7-off schedule

Travel and meal reimbursement

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Fixed Wing Pilot (Float PIC) to safely operate aircraft across regional bases, ensuring adherence to FAA regulations, manufacturer guidance, and Intermountain policies. The role includes acting as Instructor/Check Pilot and mentoring Second-in-Command pilots within the Pilot Development Program.

Base salary ranges from $100,000 to $173,000 plus a bi-weekly float stipend, travel and meal reimbursements, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Commercial pilot certificate with appropriate category and class ratings and instrument rating

Responsibilities

• Operate fixed-wing aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations and manufacturer guidance.
• Lead/mentor pilots and support staff as part of development programs.
• Participate in safety reviews and continuous improvement of flight operations.

Job description

Job Description: The Fixed Wing Pilot is responsible for safe and effective aircraft operations using established methods and procedures and in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer's recommendations. Float Pilots will be responsible for travel to their home base

Benefits of the Float PIC Role

• Base annual salary: $100,000-173,000 depending on experience + bi-weekly float stipend + travel and meal reimbursement + fully benefits eligible
• Support multiple bases throughout the region and collaborate with diverse operational teams
• Multiple aircraft types and operating environments
• Expanded career development opportunities
• 7-on / 7-off flexible schedule

Essential Functions

Accountable to safely and effectively operate aircraft in accordance with federal regulations, manufacturer's recommendations, and Intermountain policies. Demonstrates effective, independent critical thinking process in preflight planning and aircraft operations. Accountable for maintaining an in-depth knowledge and understanding of aviation regulations, policies and procedures. Communicates in an effective and timely manner with team members, communication specialists, and patient/family members. Coordinates and effectively communicates decision making process with team members where possible and appropriate. Ensures that aircraft is clean and functioning appropriately. Maintains a safe environment for self, team members, and patients. Evaluates transports according to criteria and guidelines as defined by service. Actively seeks to develop self. Actively seeks to foster education and development of peers. Presents/participates in selected flight reviews. Participates in the education of team members. Serves as a resource to discuss transports, flight operations, and/or other work-related questions/concerns/issues. Uses non-transport time for work-related/professional development activities. Assists medical crewmembers, including moving bags, directing and participating in on-loading and off-loading patients, replenishing aircraft oxygen and engine oil, and other duties as needed. When acting as a Lead Pilot, accountable for assisting with administering and managing satellite base functions and activities. Additional accountability for taking corrective action as necessary whenever deviations from established rules, procedures and policies have occurred. As an Instructor Pilot and/or Check Pilot accountable for evaluating pilot flight performance, accurate and timely documentation and ongoing training program assessment and quality improvement. As a Mentor Pilot acting under the Company Pilot Development Program, acts as a mentor and resource for Second-in-Command Pilots employed by the company, and will complete all training and requirements of the program. As Safety Representative accountable for monitoring safety issues, assisting with the oversight of and facilitating resolution to safety-related problems. Participates in Safety Committee review, implements best practice, provides training, and educates within their base or area of assignment.

Qualifications

External Candidates

• For Single Engine Aircraft: Must hold a Commercial certificate with appropriate category and class ratings and instrument airplane and be eligible to complete an ATP CTP course withing one year of employment. 2500 Hours in Airplanes or CAMTS Equivalency
• For Multi Engine Aircraft: Must hold an ATP rating for Multi-Engine Land Airplanes 2500 Hours in Airplanes or CAMTS Equivalency 1000 hours Multi-Engine 200 flight hours at hours in airplanes at night. 300 flight hours instrument of which 100 in actual instrument. 500 Pilot in Command flight hours in a multi-engine airplane. 500 Pilot in Command flight hours in a turbine airplane.

Internal Candidates

• Must hold a Commercial certificate with appropriate category and class ratings and instrument airplane and have completed an ATP CTP course prior to aircraft training. 2500 Hours in Airplanes Continuously employed for 2 years as a pilot at Intermountain Health. 200 flight hours at hours in airplanes at night. 300 flight hours instrument of which 100 in actual instrument.

Preferred Qualifications

• EMS Experience.
• King Air 90/200 PIC time: 100 hours
• PC-12 PIC time: 50 hours
• For turbo-jet operations: 200 hours turbo jet.

Physical Requirements

Interact with others requiring the employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, and identify volume, tone, and quality of telecom signals. Support the weight of aviation and clinical equipment while transporting it. Push or pull portable equipment, including heavy items. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Required to lift at least 50 lbs. May be expected to stand or sit in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Ascend and descend stairs to and from and off and on aircraft. Raise or lower an object from one level to another. Operate aviation equipment, tools, computers, and devices requiring the ability to move fingers and hands. See and read various monitors and documents. Transport oneself from place to place. Move around on hands and knees, including in small confined spaces within aircraft. Lower body by bending at the hips and the knees or to place body weight on one or both knees.

Location

Central Office - Las Vegas, Life Flight Operations Center, Peaks Regional Office

Work City

Salt Lake City

Work State

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$46.24 - $72.80

Benefits

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Employment Conditions

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Recruitment Process

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Closing Notice

All positions subject to close without notice.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment. Intermountain Health strives to make the application process accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact 1-800-843-7820 or email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more. The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!