Rotor Wing Pilot: Medical Air Transport (Sign-On & Housing)

Air Methods; Sparta (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Full Company-Paid Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Air Methods in Sparta, IL is seeking an experienced Helicopter Pilot to operate EC-130 aircraft under VFR, delivering air medical transport with safety as the top priority. The role requires adherence to FAR, AIM, GOM and internal policies.

The position offers a pay range of USD 82,900 to USD 93,251 per year, plus a $20,000 location stipend and a $15,000 sign-on bonus. Off-duty housing is available and relocation benefits may apply.

Qualifications

• 2,000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1,500 flight hours in category
• 1000 hours PIC in category
• 50 hours total instrument time in flight and in category

Responsibilities

• Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally.
• Complete pre-flight checks and daily flight log sign-off.
• Maintain authority over operational safety of aircraft.
• Ensure medical team is trained on interior systems.
• Complete required documentation.
• Conduct detailed flight planning on short notice.
• Participate in meetings, projects and outreach.

Skills

VFR Program

PIC in category

Cross-country flight time

Instrument time

Flight planning

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Air Methods in Sparta, IL is seeking an experienced Helicopter Pilot to operate EC-130 aircraft under VFR, delivering air medical transport with safety as the top priority. The role requires adherence to FAR, AIM, GOM and internal policies.

The position offers a pay range of USD 82,900 to USD 93,251 per year, plus a $20,000 location stipend and a $15,000 sign-on bonus. Off-duty housing is available and relocation benefits may apply.