Helicopter Pilot - Chiefland, FL
B407 GXi / VFR
$10,000 Location Stipend
$25,000 Sign on Bonus
**B407 GXP w/ Bell Auto-pilot coming soon to the base**
AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!
As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!
Location
Life in Chiefland offers a refreshing change of pace where natural beauty and small-town charm come together effortlessly. Nestled in the heart of Florida’s Nature Coast, this welcoming community is surrounded by crystal-clear springs, scenic rivers, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure—from kayaking and fishing to peaceful afternoons exploring nearby Manatee Springs State Park. With its affordable living, friendly neighbors, and laid-back lifestyle, Chiefland is the kind of place where life feels simpler and more connected. Whether you're looking to slow down, enjoy the outdoors, or find a close-knit community to call home, Chiefland offers a lifestyle that’s both peaceful and fulfilling.
Benefits
Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:
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Health, Dental and Vision
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Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
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Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
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AD&D Insurance
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Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
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Business Travel Accident Insurance
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Voluntary Legal
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Relocation Assistance
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Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs
Job Summary
Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
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Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
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Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
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Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
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Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
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Responsible for completion of required documentation.
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Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
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Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Requirements
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Regular scheduled attendance. (7/7 schedule - 12-hour shifts)
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with flight and EMS experience from $82,900 per year.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Pay Scale
Based on flight and EMS experience.
Education & Experience
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Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Bachelor’s degree preferred
Operation and Safety Requirements:
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As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old.
Skills
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Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
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Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months
Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program:
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2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1500 flight hours in category.
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1000 hours PIC in category.
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500 hours of rotor wing turbine.
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200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours at night.
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100 hours unaided night as PIC (50 hours of unaided can be substituted by 100 hours of NVG time, but cannot be reduced below 50 hours of unaided time).
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50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (for a RW candidate who is FW rated, 100 hours or greater of FW actual or hood Instrument time can reduce the RW required instrument time to 25 hours).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
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Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft)(ATP rating in category meets this requirement)
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Fixed wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft
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Commercial single-engine land is required for single-engine aircraft
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First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
