Lead Firefighting Helicopter PIC (S-61) – Deployments

Helijobs.net; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous benefits

Job summary

CHI Aviation in Howell, Michigan, is seeking a qualified S-61 Pilot in Command for firefighting operations. The role emphasizes precision long line work and Bambi Bucket experience with 1,500 PIC rotor wing hours.

Required: ATP or Commercial Helicopter license, 1,500 PIC rotor wing hours, 100 hours precision long line, 100 hours PIC on helicopters over 12,500 lbs, current Medical Class II, and willingness to travel to remote locations worldwide.

Qualifications

• ATP or Commercial Helicopter license.
• 1500 PIC rotor wing hours.
• Minimum 100 hours precision long line experience.
• Minimum 100 hours PIC helicopter greater than 12,500lbs.
• Proficient long line experience up to 150'.
• Current Medical Class II.
• Ability to travel/work in remote locations worldwide for extended periods of time.
• Firefighting experience is preferred.

Skills

PIC rotor wing hours

Precision long line

Firefighting experience

Travel to remote locations

Education

ATP or Commercial Helicopter license

Job description

CHI Aviation in Howell, Michigan, is seeking a qualified S-61 Pilot in Command for firefighting operations. The role emphasizes precision long line work and Bambi Bucket experience with 1,500 PIC rotor wing hours.

Required: ATP or Commercial Helicopter license, 1,500 PIC rotor wing hours, 100 hours precision long line, 100 hours PIC on helicopters over 12,500 lbs, current Medical Class II, and willingness to travel to remote locations worldwide.