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Job summary
Air Methods is seeking pilots in Kearney, Nebraska to join our team. Earn a 14/14 schedule with 12-hour shifts, a $82,900–$93,251 yearly pay range, and comprehensive benefits. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient transport across the assigned area.
Candidates will complete flights with airworthy aircraft, maintain logs, and participate in ongoing safety and training programs. Relocation assistance may be available.
Qualifications
- Two-year degree or equivalent plus 2–5 years related experience.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- FAA certificates and ratings in accordance with job requirements.
Responsibilities
- Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally.
- Complete pre-flight and post-flight duties including walk-arounds.
- Maintain Daily Flight Log and ensure airworthiness of aircraft.
- Ensure safety of passengers, crew and equipment.
Skills
Education
Job description
As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!
Tri-City LifeNetEC135 (IFR)
- $3,000 IFR Stipend
- Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000
- $30,000 Stipend
As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!
Kearney, Nebraska, is a unique blend of small-town charm and vibrant community spirit that sets it apart. Nestled along the Platte River, Kearney boasts a rich history as a pioneering railroad hub, and this heritage is celebrated through attractions like the Great Platte River Road Archway Monument. Beyond its history, the city is renowned for its warm hospitality, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where residents and visitors alike feel like family. The lively downtown area is filled with local shops, diverse dining options, and cultural events that reflect the city's dynamic arts scene. The city's central location makes it a crossroads for travelers and a gateway to the scenic beauty of the Great Plains. In essence, Kearney's blend of history, community, culture, and natural beauty make it a truly special and inviting place.
- Health, Dental and Vision
- Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Legal
- Relocation Assistance
- Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs
Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
- Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
- Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
- Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
- Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
- Responsible for completion of required documentation.
- Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
- Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Regular scheduled attendance (14/14 schedule - 12 hour shifts)
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Based upon flight and EMS experience.
- Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old.
- Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
- Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months
- 2500 total flight hours with minimum of 2000 flight hours in category
- 1000 hours PIC in category
- 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
- 500 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
- 100 hours unaided night as PIC (50 hours of unaided can be substituted for by 100 hours of NVG time, but cannot be reduced below 50 hours of unaided time)
- 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50 hours which were in flight in an aircraft including 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category
- Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft)(ATP rating in category meets this requirement)
- Fixed wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft
- Commercial single-engine land is required for single-engine aircraft
- First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.
USD $82,900.00/Yr.
USD $93,251.00/Yr.
For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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