Helicopter Pilot - St. Louis, MO
St. Louis Children's Hospital
BK117/ IFR
$12,500 Location Stipend
$15,000 Sign On Bonus
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
St. Louis offers the perfect mix of big-city excitement and Midwest charm. Known for its iconic Gateway Arch, passionate sports culture, and rich music and food scenes, St. Louis has something for everyone. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living compared to many major metro areas, while still having access to incredible restaurants, vibrant nightlife, family-friendly neighborhoods, and beautiful parks like Forest Park — one of the largest urban parks in the country. Whether you enjoy catching a Cardinals game, exploring local breweries, or spending weekends along the Mississippi River, St. Louis delivers a welcoming community with plenty of opportunity and entertainment year-round.
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
Instrument Flight rules (IFR) Program:
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2500 total flight hours with a minimum of 2000 hours in category
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1000 hours PIC in category
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500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
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500 hours of cross-country flight time, 100 hours of night flight time
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75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50 hours which were in flight in an aircraft including 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Commercial & Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft)
- ATP rating in category meets this requirement
- 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).
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
