IFR Pilot, H145 Captain

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Off-duty housing provided

Relocation assistance with 2-year comm

Job summary

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC seeks an H145 IFR/NVG Captain to lead life‑saving missions in US helicopter air ambulance operations from Cleveland, OH. This full‑time role involves a 7/7 day/night rotation, line-pilot duties per GOM/CAMTS, and coordination with customers for loading patients and equipment.

Requirements include Commercial and Instrument ratings, First Class Medical, 2,000+ total flight hours (1,500+ helicopter, 1,000 PIC, 500 turbine), NVG/night hours, and a 235 lb weight limit.

Qualifications

• Hold Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings.
• Must have First Class Medical Certificate.
• Minimum 2,000 total flight hours, including 1,500 helicopter hours.
• 1,000 PIC helicopter hours; 500 turbine helicopter hours.
• Night operations: 100 hours unaided or 50 NVG with 100 hours unaided.
• Weight limit: 235 lbs or less.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Pass pre-placement physical, functional capacity, drug and background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an H145 IFR/NVG Captain in a two-pilot crew for helicopter air ambulance operations.
• Perform line-pilot duties per the GOM and CAMTS guidelines.
• Coordinate with customers and assist with loading patients and equipment.
• Support safety programs and community outreach initiatives.

Skills

Commercial Helicopter Rating

Instrument Helicopter Rating

First Class Medical Certificate

Total flight hours

Night Vision Goggles (NVG) experience

Pilot in Command (PIC) hours

Weight limit compliance

Customer service skills

Job description

About the Opportunity:

Embark on a rewarding career as an IFR Pilot, H145 Captain with our client, a leader in helicopter air ambulance and critical-care transport services across the United States. Based in Cleveland, OH, this full-time position offers the opportunity to lead life‑saving missions as part of a dedicated aviation and healthcare team. Working on a 7/7 day/night rotation, you’ll play a vital role in safe patient transport, safety programs, and community outreach initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as an H145 IFR/NVG Captain in a two‑pilot crew for helicopter air ambulance operations.
• Perform line‑pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual (GOM) and Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) guidelines.
• Coordinate with customers and assist with loading patients and equipment.
• Support safety programs and participate in community outreach initiatives.

Requirements:

• Hold Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings.
• Possess a First Class Medical Certificate.
• Have a minimum of 2,000 total flight hours, including:
  • 1,500 hours in helicopters.
  • 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) in helicopters.
  • 500 hours in turbine helicopters.
  • 100 hours in unaided night operations, or 50 hours of unaided night operations and 100 hours using Night Vision Goggles (NVG).
  • 75 hours of instrument flight time (actual and simulated).
• Comply with the company’s flight personnel weight restriction of 235 lbs. or less.
• Demonstrate strong communication and internal and external customer service skills.
• Successfully complete the interview process and obtain acceptance from the customer management.
• Pass a pre‑placement physical examination, functional capacity examination (including strength and flexibility assessments), drug screening, and background screening.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well‑being.
• Off‑duty housing provided for convenience.
• Relocation assistance available, subject to a two‑year service commitment.