Instructor / Check Airman

Intermountain Healthcare; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 106,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking an Instructor / Check Airman Pilot to lead training, evaluate pilots, and ensure regulatory compliance across flight operations. The role includes delivering both flight and ground instruction for all training levels and updating SOPs to reflect current procedures.

The position emphasizes mentorship, safety leadership, and accurate record-keeping, with a focus on developing pilots and supporting regulatory audits.

Qualifications

• FAA certifications required as listed in the qualifications.
• Minimum flight experience: 2,000 hours total, 100 hours night (IFR/IFR 50% actual flight).
• Instrument proficiency and regulatory compliance are essential for operations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pilot proficiency checks, evaluations, and IOE per FAA and company policy.
• Delivers flight and ground instruction for initial, recurrent, and upgrade training.
• Assesses pilot performance and provides feedback for skill improvement and safety.
• Develops training materials, lesson plans, and SOPs; updates as needed.
• Mentors pilots and supports professional growth and development.
• Maintains training records and supports regulatory audits and inspections.

Skills

Flight instruction

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Safety oversight

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate or ATP with rotorcraft/airplane rating

Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate (or higher)

Instrument Rating – Helicopter

VFR/IFR flight experience (2,000 hours total)

Job description

Job Description:The Instructor / Check Airman Pilot is an essential resource in maintaining the professional standards and readiness of the pilot team. It conducts evaluations, training, and certifications, ensuring pilots meet operational and regulatory requirements. This position provides leadership in training and development while reinforcing safety and excellence in every aspect of flight operations.Essential FunctionsConducts pilot proficiency checks, evaluations, and initial operating experience (IOE) in accordance with FAA regulations and company policies.Delivers flight and ground instruction to pilots for initial, recurrent, and upgrade training programs.Assesses pilot performance and provides constructive feedback to improve skills and ensure compliance.Develops and updates training materials, lesson plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Collaborates with the Chief Pilot to address training needs and operational improvements.Serves as a mentor to pilots, promoting professional growth and development.Participates in safety programs by identifying risks, recommending mitigations, and reinforcing best practices.Maintains accurate training records, evaluations, and other documentation required by regulatory agencies and company standards.Assists in the recruitment and onboarding of new pilots by conducting evaluations and interviews.Acts as a subject matter expert during regulatory audits and inspections.SkillsFlight instructionLeadershipCommunicationAnalytical thinkingDecision-makingProblem-solvingMentoringSafety oversightOrganizational skillsTime managementMinimum QualificationsFAA Certifications:Commercial Pilot Certificate or an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate; appropriate helicopter or airplane ratingCurrent FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate (or higher)Instrument Rating – HelicopterFlight Experience (minimum) for VFR Program and IFR Program:VFR / IFR 2,000 hours of total flight timeVFR / IFR 100 hours of unaided night flight timeVFR 100 hours (IFR 500 hours) of cross-country flight experience (25 hours at night)IFR 75 actual or simulated instrument hours (50 must be in actual flight)MiscellaneousVFR / IFR Pass a part 14 CFR 135.293 check ride within the first 60 days of hireIFR Pass a part 14 CFR 139.297 instrument proficiency ride within 12 months of hirePreferred QualificationsHAA experience300 flight hours at nightNight Vision Goggle experienceFlight Instructing experiencePhysical RequirementsAbility to sit for extended periods in an aircraft cockpitCapability to perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, which may involve climbing, kneeling, crouching, or stoopingMust meet FAA medical standards for physical and mental fitness, as verified by a current FAA Medical CertificateAbility to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, as required for handling equipment or luggageTolerance for varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and noise during aircraft operationsPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit for extended periods in an aircraft cockpitCapability to perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, which may involve climbing, kneeling, crouching, or stoopingMust meet FAA medical standards for physical and mental fitness, as verified by a current FAA Medical CertificateAbility to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, as required for handling equipment or luggageTolerance for varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and noise during aircraft operations #medtransport #jsfirmLocation:Valley Center TowerWork City:MurrayWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$51.11 - $80.45We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. 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