Helicopter Pilot

All Aviation Jobs; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Off-Duty Housing Available

Sign On Bonus $40,000

Job summary

Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to join our air medical team in Visalia, CA. The role focuses on safe, legal aircraft operations, rigorous pre-flight checks, and thorough adherence to FAR/AIM/GOM guidelines to transport medical crew and patients within designated areas.

The position requires FAA instrument experience with relevant flight hours; associated benefits and a strong culture emphasize safety and service to the community.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent; two to five years related experience or training.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• FAA Instrument Rating and appropriate medical certificate per FAA rules.

Responsibilities

• Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
• Performs pre-flight checks and Daily Flight Log sign-off.
• Acts as final authority for safe operation of aircraft and passenger safety.

Skills

Flight hours

IFR experience

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

B407 GXI (IFR)

• $25,000 Stipend
• $3,000 IFR Stipend
• Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000

Overview

SkyLife

B407 GXI (IFR)

Salary Range: ($91,190 - $102,576) with 110% ACCRA

• $25,000 Stipend
• $3,000 IFR Stipend
• Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000

Off-Duty Housing Available

$40,000 Sign On Bonus

• TEMPORARY POSITION**

AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!

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!

Location

Visalia, California, is special for its unique blend of agricultural heritage, natural beauty, and vibrant community spirit. Situated in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, Visalia is surrounded by fertile farmlands, earning it the title of "Gateway to the Sequoias" due to its proximity to the majestic Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The city's downtown area, with its historic buildings and charming boutiques, preserves its small-town charm while offering a range of cultural and culinary experiences. Visalia is deeply rooted in agriculture, and its weekly farmers' markets showcase the region's bountiful harvests, providing residents and visitors with fresh, locally grown produce. The town's strong sense of community is evident in its various events, such as the annual Visalia Earth Day Celebration and the Visalia Adventure Park, where neighbors come together to celebrate their shared environment and create lasting memories. Additionally, Visalia is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and outdoor recreational opportunities, making it an ideal place to live and visit. It's the combination of its agricultural richness, natural splendor, and welcoming community that makes Visalia, California, truly special.

Benefits

Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:

• 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

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance. 7 days on/7 days off (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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

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.

Pay Scale

Based upon flight and EMS experience.

• STEP A: $82,900
• STEP B: $86,216
• STEP C: $89,665
• STEP D: $93,251
• ACCRA (Geo-Mod) is not included into base salary*

Ex. Step A: 82,900 x 1.4 (ACCRA) = 116,060

Education & 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

Operation And Safety Requirements

• 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.

Skills

• 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

Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Program

• 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

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• 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.

Internal Bidding Ends: 12/30/2025

Minimum pay

USD $82,900.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay

USD $93,251.00/Yr.

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

This position will be open and posted until filled, with a minimum posting period of three days.