Relief Rotor Wing Pilot

Helicopter Jobs

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off

Job summary

The Relief Rotor Wing Pilot at Sanford Health is a licensed rotor wing pilot assigned to Sanford Air Transport. The pilot is responsible for flying rotor wing flight missions requested by Sanford.

Rotor wing pilots must comply with applicable FAA regulations, the company Operations Manual, and Part 135 requirements from dispatch to termination of the flight. Demonstrate interdisciplinary skills when working with team members.

Qualifications

  • Commercial rotorcraft certificate with instrument rating and FAA check ride required.
  • Current second class medical certificate; must be current in commercial and instrument flight.
  • Minimum 2,000 helicopter flight hours; CAMTS experience preferred.
  • Airline Transport Pilot rating preferred; ability to operate under Part 135.

Responsibilities

  • Fly rotor wing flight missions as assigned by Sanford Air Transport.
  • Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company manuals during flights.
  • Work rotating shifts, on-call coverage, and coordinate with bases nationwide.

Skills

FAA rotorcraft certifications
Flight hours ≥2000
Instrument rating
CAMTS experience

Education

Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Rating
Airline Transport Pilot rating (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Facility: Heliport

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57117, USA

Shift: 12 Hours - Rotating Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Department Details

Specific individuals in this role may be used as the Relief Pilot. The Relief Pilot will provide pilot coverage at all Sanford Air Transport RW bases, including Bemidji, MN; Fargo, ND; Bismarck, ND and Sioux Falls, SD. Schedule will vary from month-to-month. Preferred primary location is Sioux Falls, SD.

Job Summary

The Relief Rotor Wing Pilot is a licensed rotor wing pilot who is assigned and oriented to Sanford Air Transport. The pilot is responsible for flying rotor wing flight missions requested by Sanford. Rotor wing pilots must comply with applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. An experienced pilot. Directly responsible for all operations pertaining to the safe efficient conduct of the flight from initial dispatch until termination of the flight. Good working knowledge of the company Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manual, and any other requirements pertinent to specific flights.

Demonstrate interdisciplinary skills when working with team members. Effective critical thinking skills to problem solve and immediately respond to changing environments. Pilots must maintain a weight of 240 pounds or less when fully dressed in uniform. May be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call. All pilots will share on-call and vacation coverage shifts.

Consistently project a positive image of the institution when dealing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), physicians, patients, employees, and the public. All requirements put forth in FAR Part 119 and Part 135 must be met.

The Relief Rotor Wing Pilot will provide pilot coverage at all Sanford Air Transport RW bases. Bemidji, MN; Fargo, ND; Bismarck, ND and Sioux Falls, SD. Schedule will vary from month-to-month.

Qualifications

Completed training to possess at least a Commercial Certificate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with a Rotorcraft Helicopter and an Instrument rating. An Airline Transport Pilot rating is preferred.

Possess at least a current second class medical certificate, must be current in commercial and instrument

flying. The pilot must have successfully completed an approved training program and passed an FAA check ride Part 135 before flying as Pilot In Command on patient missions.

Minimum of 2,000 helicopter flight hours. Must meet minimum CAMTS flight experience requirements.

Possess a current Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate with an Instrument Rating. Possess a current Second Class Medical Certificate.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number

Req Number: R-0267060

Job Function

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

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