Medical Helicopter Pilot — 7/7 Schedule, $15K Sign-On

Rural Metro Fire Department; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus $15K

Retention Bonus plans

On Duty Housing

7/7 Schedule

Salary range with Geo Modifier

Job summary

Air Evac Lifeteam is seeking a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services. Safety is a core pillar, and the role demands readiness and precision across all operations.

Qualified candidates hold a rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate, helicopter instrument rating, and about 2,000 total flight hours with 1,500 helicopter hours and meaningful night-time experience. A $15K sign-on bonus and retention incentives are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a rotorcraft FAA commercial certificate.
• Helicopter instrument rating required.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Significant flight hour requirements for rotorcraft.
• Weight and night-flying requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities with a medical team.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatch per manuals, FARs, and Lifeteam requirements.
• Maintain accurate AEL and regulatory documentation.
• Communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
• Provide shift change information to successor per change-board procedures.
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate

Helicopter instrument rating

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

2,000 Total Flight Hours

1,500 Helicopter Hours

1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours

500 Turbine Helicopter Hours

100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided

230 pound weight limit with flight gear

Job description

Air Evac Lifeteam is seeking a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services. Safety is a core pillar, and the role demands readiness and precision across all operations.

Qualified candidates hold a rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate, helicopter instrument rating, and about 2,000 total flight hours with 1,500 helicopter hours and meaningful night-time experience. A $15K sign-on bonus and retention incentives are offered.