Helicopter Pilot SPIFR- HAA

Rural Metro Fire Department; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 119,825 - 131,807; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15K sign-on bonus

On-duty housing

7/7 schedule

Retention bonus plan

SPIFR stipend

Job summary

Global Medical Response is seeking a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services for REACH operations. The role involves safe aircraft operation, coordination with medical teams, and adherence to aviation regulations.

The position offers a 7/7 schedule, generous incentives including a $15,000 sign-on, housing, and retention bonuses, with opportunities for career growth within our flight operations.

Qualifications

• Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate.
• Helicopter instrument rating.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• 2,000 Total Flight Hours.
• 2,000 Helicopter Hours.
• 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours.
• 1,000 Turbine Helicopter Hours.
• Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided).
• Minimum 100 cumulative hours of instrument flight time.
• 230 pound weight limit with flight gear.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers by air.
• Ensure aircraft readiness per manuals including FAR and REACH requirements; maintain aircraft cleanliness.
• Maintain REACH regulatory documentation and records.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities and partners.
• Provide shift change information following protocol for REACH change board details.
• Accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Skills

Total flight hours

Helicopter hours

PIC hours

Turbine hours

Night flight hours

Instrument time

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

HAA PILOT Full-Time Opportunity

Pilot Incentives

• Salary Range: $119,825- $131,807 including 35% Geographic Modifier
• 15K Sign-On Bonus, subject to eligibility
• Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 after 3 years plus additional retention bonuses once completed)
• 5K SPIFR Stipend
• On Duty Housing
• 7/7 Schedule

Helicopter Pilot – We’re hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to REACH Air Medical Services 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 as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and REACH requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties
• Maintain accurate REACH 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 REACH 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 Certificate
• 2,000 Total Flight Hours
• 2,000 Helicopter Hours
• 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours
• 1,000 Turbine Helicopter Hours
• Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided)
• Minimum 100 cumulative hours of instrument flight time
• 230 pound weight limit with flight gear

Preferred Qualifications

• EC135/H135 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 07/30/2026.

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.