Line Pilot - AEL 035 Marion, IL

Rural Metro Fire Department; Illinois; On-site; USD 104,422 - 114,865; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Duty Housing

Retention Bonus Plans

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department is hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services. This role requires a current FAA Commercial Certificate, significant flight hours, and certifications. The position offers a competitive salary range of $104,422 - $114,865 and includes bonuses of $15K for signing and $40K retention after 3 years. Candidates will work with a team of medical experts, ensuring aircraft readiness and safety while offering premium care. Join a respected leader in emergency medical services.

Qualifications

• Must have 2,000 total flight hours, including specific helicopter hours.
• Possess current FAA certifications and medical clearance.
• Meet physical requirements, including a weight limit with flight gear.

Responsibilities

• Work with medical teams to transport customers safely.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for all flights.
• Maintain documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate effectively with all team members.
• Maintain required certifications and training.

Skills

Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate

Helicopter instrument rating

Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate

2,000 Total Flight Hours

1,500 Helicopter Hours

1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours

500 Turbine Helicopter Hours

200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Helicopter Pilot

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 Air Evac Lifeteam’s customers. Safety is a key pillar of our services.

Salary range: $104,422 - $114,865 including 20% Geo Modifier

$15K Sign on Bonus

Retention Bonus plans: $40,000 after 3 years plus additional retention bonuses once completed

On Duty Housing

7/7 Schedule

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 appropriate manuals, including all FAR and Air Evac Lifeteam requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties
• Maintain accurate AEL 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 Air Evac Lifeteam 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
• 1,500 Helicopter Hours
• 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours
• 500 Turbine Helicopter Hours
• 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided)
• 230 pound weight limit with flight gear

Preferred Qualifications

• B407 Aircraft Experience
• High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate

Why Choose Air Evac Lifeteam?

As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, Air Evac Lifeteam is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

GMR’s Core Behaviors

—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable— unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

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.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.