Helicopter Pilot: 2,000 Flight Hours Required at Air Evac Lifeteam Watson, IL

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Watson (IL); On-site; USD 87,019 - 95,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15K Sign-on Bonus

40K Retention Bonus after 3 years

On-duty housing

7/7 Schedule at most locations

Job summary

Global Medical Response is seeking a Helicopter Pilot in Watson, IL. This role requires a minimum of 2000 flight hours and includes responsibilities to ensure compliance with all operational regulations.

The successful candidate will provide emergency medical transport, monitor weather conditions, and perform preflight checks. The starting salary ranges from $87,019 to $95,720, with substantial bonuses and housing options available.

Qualifications

• 2000 hours total flight time required.
• 1500 hours of helicopter time required.
• Previous HAA experience or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates aircraft safely and efficiently in compliance with regulations.
• Conducts preflight checks and logs discrepancies.
• Monitors weather conditions throughout shifts.

Skills

Helicopter operation

Weather monitoring

Preflight checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

Job description

Job Description

Helicopter Pilot: 2,000 Flight Hours Required job at Air Evac Lifeteam. Watson, IL.

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: $87,019 – $95,720

Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location

15K Sign on Bonus

40K Retention Bonus after 3 years

On Duty Housing at all locations

7/7 Schedule at most locations

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 preflight 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 Physical Requirements

230-pound weight limit dressed in flight suit and boots

Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate

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

Benefits

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.