SPIFR Helicopter Pilot — 7/7 Schedule & Sign-On Bonus

Geisinger; Avoca (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/yr

Health insurance from day one

401k with company contributions

Job summary

Geisinger Life Flight in Avoca, PA seeks a Pilot-in-Command for SPIFR operations. You will plan flights, brief the crew, ensure airworthiness, and maintain flight records in a high‑volume patient transport program.

Requirements include FAA commercial pilot with instrument rating, helicopter experience, and adherence to safety standards. The role offers a $25,000 signing bonus, relocation assistance, ATP stipend, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• FAA commercial pilot with an instrument rating.
• Minimum flight experience as described (e.g., ATP/total hours).
• Ability to operate under SPIFR with helicopters.

Responsibilities

• Plan flight assignments and brief crews with weather and procedures.
• Ensure aircraft is prepared, loaded, fueled and staffed for flight.
• Maintain weight/balance, logs, and flight records.
• Participate in post-flight debriefings and chart updates.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory requirements during operations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leads others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating

Job description

Geisinger Life Flight in Avoca, PA seeks a Pilot-in-Command for SPIFR operations. You will plan flights, brief the crew, ensure airworthiness, and maintain flight records in a high‑volume patient transport program.

Requirements include FAA commercial pilot with instrument rating, helicopter experience, and adherence to safety standards. The role offers a $25,000 signing bonus, relocation assistance, ATP stipend, and competitive benefits.