Helicopter Float Pilot - HAA

Rural Metro Fire Department; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 102,072 - 112,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonuses after 3 years

Float stipend

Per diem

Paid travel and accommodations

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department seeks a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services for Med-Trans customers. You will join a team to ensure safety, aircraft readiness, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

The role requires a Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate, helicopter instrument rating, FAA Class II Medical Certificate, and substantial flight hours including turbine and night time capabilities. A strong emphasis on safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Current rotorcraft FAA commercial certificate required.
• Helicopter instrument rating required.
• FAA class II medical certificate required.
• Minimum flight hours specified as part of qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely with a medical team.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatch and compliance with FAR/Med-Trans requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
• Provide shift-change information per procedures.
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Education

Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate

Helicopter instrument rating

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

B407 Aircraft Experience

Job description

HAA PILOT Full-Time Opportunity

Pilot Incentives

• Salary Range: $102,072 - $112,280 including 15% geo modifier
• 15K Sign on Bonus, subject to eligibility
• Retention Bonus Plans ($40,000 after 3 years, plus additional retention bonuses once completed)
• 12K Float Stipend
• 50.00/Day Per Diem and paid travel/accommodations while on shift

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We’re hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to Med-Trans customers. Safety is a key pillar of our services.

Responsibilities

• Working with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities
• Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and Med-Trans requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties
• Maintain accurate MTC and regulatory documentation and record keeping
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners
• Provide shift change info to successive pilot and team following protocol for recording Med-Trans change board details
• Accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing training

Minimum Requirements

• Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
• Helicopter instrument rating
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• 2,000 Total Flight Hours
• 1,500 Helicopter Hours
• 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours
• 1,000 Hours Turbine
• 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided)

Preferred Qualifications

• B407 Aircraft Experience
• High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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