Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Rural Metro Fire Department

Dunn (NC)

On-site

USD 97,635 - 107,398

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary $97,635 - $107,398 incl 10% Gea
15K Sign on Bonus, subject to eligibl
Retention Bonus Plans ($40,000 after 3

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department is seeking a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation for Med-Trans customers. Safety is a key pillar of our services, and you will join a team of medical experts to transport patients to and from locations and facilities.

You must hold a rotorcraft FAA commercial certificate with instrument rating and a current FAA Class II Medical Certificate, along with substantial flight hours, including turbine and night time, to qualify.

Qualifications

  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate.
  • Helicopter instrument rating required.
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours.
  • 1,500 Helicopter Hours.
  • 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours.
  • 1,000 Turbine Helicopter Hours.
  • 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours.
  • 200 Helicopter Instrument Hours.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers.
  • Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches per manual and FAR/Med-Trans requirements.
  • Maintain accurate Med-Trans and regulatory documentation and record keeping.
  • Communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
  • Provide shift change info following protocol for recording Med-Trans changes.
  • Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Skills

Rotorcraft operations
Team collaboration
Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Tools

FAA Commercial Certificate (Rotorcraft)
FAA Instrument Rating
FAA Class II Medical Certificate

Job description

HAA PILOT Full-Time Opportunity

Pilot Incentives
  • $97,635 - $107,398 including 10% Geographic Modifier
  • 15K Sign on Bonus, subject to eligibility
  • Retention Bonus Plans ($40,000 after 3 years, plus additional retention bonuses once completed)
  • 5K IFR Stipend
  • On Duty Housing
  • 7/7 Schedule

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We’re hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to Med-Trans customers. Safety is a key pillar of our services.

Responsibilities
  • Working with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities.
  • Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches as described in the manual, including all FAR and Med-Trans requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties.
  • Maintain accurate Med-Trans and regulatory documentation and record keeping.
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
  • Provide shift change info to successive pilot and team following protocol for recording Med-Trans change board details.
  • Accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing training.
Minimum Requirements
  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
  • Helicopter instrument rating
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificatei>
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 1,500 Helicopter Hours
  • 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours
  • 1,000 Turbine Helicopter Hours
  • 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided)
  • 200 Helicopter Instrument Hours (Actual/Hood/SIM) 50 Hours Actual WX in Aircraft
Preferred Qualifications
  • EC135 Aircraft Experience
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 11/12/2026.

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.

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