Helicopter Pilot: $15K Sign-On Bonus

Air Evac Lifeteam; Watson (LA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15K

Retention bonus $40K after 3 years

Base housing provided

7/7 Schedule

Job summary

Air Evac Lifeteam operates emergency medical air transport with a team of pilots, clinicians, and maintenance crews. This posting covers multiple VFR pilot positions across locations, with the company offering sign-on and retention bonuses, base housing, and a 7/7 schedule.

The role requires extensive rotorcraft flight experience and specific rotorcraft certificates. It emphasizes safety, adherence to regulations, and readiness to relocate to chosen locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum flight time requirements as listed in the posting.
• Pilot in command and turbine time emphasized for role.
• Relevant rotorcraft certifications and licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the aircraft safely and in compliance with rotorcraft manuals.
• Monitor weather forecasts and changes during shifts.
• Conduct preflight inspections and log any discrepancies.
• Remain rested and prepared for duty with updated weather awareness.

Skills

2000 hours total flight time

1500 helicopter time

1000 hours helicopter PIC

500 hours turbine

Night flight time 100h

HAA experience preferred

Education

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We invite you to join a team of highly skilled emergency medical experts, pilots and mechanics! Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost, and we will be there when you need us.

This posting is for multiple Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions, we have many other opportunities available! By applying through this posting, we are able to move your application to the open location of your choosing. This is not a Float Pilot position.

Starting Salary Range: $88,759 - $97,635

Up to 55% geographic modifier, depending on location

15K Sign on Bonus
40K Retention Bonus after 3 years

24-hour base housing provided at all locations

7/7 Schedule

JOB SUMMARY

Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations.

• Operates the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on compliance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual
• Monitors forecast changes and current weather situations
• Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights. Preflight will be conducted utilizing the appropriate rotorcraft flight manual. Discrepancies noted during the pre-flight will be noted in the engineering log with a notification to maintenance of the discrepancy and what corrective action is being taken
• Reports to his/her shift rested and prepared for duty and stays current of weather and forecast changes

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

2000 hours total flight time 1500 hours helicopter time 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command 500 hours turbine 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided Previous HAA experience or equivalent - preferred

Education and Credentials

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

High school diploma or equivalent

Other

230-pound weight limit dressed in flight suit and boots

Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.

This is an evergreen role with no anticipated close date.

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. Pilots

More Information about this Job

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.