Rotor Wing Pilot in Command

Coastal Elite Pro; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro seeks an experienced Air Ambulance Pilot to operate helicopters for rapid medical transport, ensuring crew and patient safety on every mission.

You will plan flights, manage weight and fuel, coordinate with medical staff and dispatch, perform pre/post-flight inspections, and maintain logs while meeting FAA standards and delivering professional care to patients and families.

Qualifications

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of 2,500 helicopter flight hours, including night and instrument experience.
• Ability to perform pre/post-flight inspections and meet FAA standards.
• Skills in flight planning, communication, decision-making, situational awareness, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and mission protocols.
• Plan and execute flights considering weather, weight, and fuel needs.
• Collaborate with medical staff, ground crew, and dispatch for seamless missions.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and maintain readiness.
• Maintain accurate flight and maintenance logs.
• Represent the organization professionally to patients, families, and the public.

Job description

Role Overview

An Air Ambulance Pilot is responsible for safely operating aircraft to provide rapid medical transportation, ensuring crew and patient safety during missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and mission protocols.
• Plan and execute flights considering weather, weight, and fuel needs.
• Collaborate with medical staff, ground crew, and dispatch for seamless missions.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and maintain readiness.
• Maintain accurate flight and maintenance logs.
• Represent the organization professionally to patients, families, and the public.

Qualifications & Skills

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of 2,500 helicopter flight hours, including night and instrument experience.
• Ability to perform pre/post-flight inspections and meet physical and mental FAA standards.
• Skills in flight planning, communication, decision-making, situational awareness, and teamwork.

Preferred Experience

• Air ambulance operations, Night Vision Goggle experience, turbine-engine hours, and proximity to base preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods, perform inspections, lift up to 50 pounds, and tolerate environmental conditions.