Helicopter Pilot

Survival Flight Inc.

Jerseyville (IL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance
$15,000 sign-on bonus
$15,000 retention bonus
Pilot housing provided
Annual aviation medical exam reimbursement
Mileage/per-diem/travel pay
Relocation Package
$500 Work Over Bonus per shift

Job summary

A prominent air medical provider is seeking a full-time Helicopter Air Ambulance Pilot to operate a Bell 206 in Jerseyville, Illinois. The role emphasizes safety and quality in air medical services, alongside strong teamwork with medical providers. The position offers a competitive starting salary between $90,000 to $110,000, plus several bonuses and benefits, ensuring a rewarding environment for aviation professionals committed to excellence in patient care. Apply today to join a dedicated team.

Qualifications

  • 2000 hours total flight time is preferred.
  • 1500 hours of helicopter PIC time is required.
  • 500 hours of turbine time is essential.
  • Experience with 100 hours unaided or 50 with 100 hours aided is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Fly a Bell 206 for air ambulance services.
  • Ensure safety and quality during medical transport.
  • Work in a team of aviation professionals and medical providers.

Skills

2000 hours total flight time
1500 hours helicopter PIC time
500 hours turbine time
100 hours unaided or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided
500 cross-country time

Education

Commercial Helicopter with Instrument Rating
Current class 1 or 2 medical
High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Survival Flight is accepting resumes for a full-time Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) Pilot position flying a Bell 206 at our base in Jerseyville, Illinois. We are certain that you will find a home amongst our family of aviation professionals, world-class medical providers, and skilled mechanics. Together, you will be part of a team that leverages skill and experience to SAFELY deliver next-level care to those in need with speed and purpose.

By choosing Survival Flight, you can trust that you are selecting an air medical provider that holds itself to the highest safety and quality standards for our crews and our patients. Our accreditations from both the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) and the National Accreditation Alliance of Medical Transport Applications (NAAMTA Global) testify to our commitment to providing the best possible care to our patients. Join our team and be a part of an organization that prioritizes excellence in every aspect of our operations.

Pilot Incentives:
  • Starting base salary ranges between $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience and qualifications
  • $15,000 sign‑on bonus to be paid upon completion of new hire training subject to meeting all eligibility criteria for the sign‑on bonus
  • $45,000 retention bonus to be paid out during the first 36 months of employment subject to meeting all eligibility criteria for the bonus
  • 7/7 or 14/14 schedule, depending on location
  • Off duty and away from base pilot housing provided at each base
  • Annual aviation medical exam reimbursement
  • Mileage/per‑diem/travel pay for work over shifts
  • $15,000 lump sum pilot referral bonus, subject to program criteria
  • Local Area Stipend—$15,000 (Residence within 60 miles of base)
  • Mileage Stipend—$300 per month (greater than 60 miles of base)
  • Relocation Package (if you currently reside further than 100 miles from your assigned base)
  • $500 Work Over Bonus per shift
Required Experience:
  • 2000 hours total flight time (preferred)
  • 1500 hours helicopter PIC time
  • 500 hours turbine time
  • 100 hours unaided or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided
  • 500 cross‑country time
Preferred Experience:
  • NVG Experience
  • HAA Experience
  • Bell 206/407 Experience
  • ATP Certificate
  • Bachelor's Degree
Education/Certifications:
  • Commercial Helicopter with Instrument Rating
  • Current class 1 or 2 medical
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
Other:
  • Able to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship
Benefits for all full‑time team members:
  • 100% employer‑paid medical insurance for the team member (several plans available)

Survival Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Survival Flight is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Survival Flight are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, sexual orientation, past or present military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the states in which we operate. Survival Flight will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.

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