EMS Helicopter Pilot (Rotor Wing) - Relief - Robbinsdale, MN
About The Position
The EMS Helicopter Pilot is responsible for the safety and efficient conduct of flight assignments. The pilot must be able to work at least seven days per month and be willing and able to fly in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) as a single-pilot IFR Captain. This is an on-site relief position based in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, with 12-hour day/night shifts and weekend work according to department rotation. There is no call requirement. The role requires substantial helicopter flight experience, including pilot-in-command, cross-country, instrument, and turbine hours, along with the required FAA ratings and medical certification. The pilot must also meet drug and alcohol testing requirements and hold a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. The listed salary range is $97,260.80–$145,891.20, based on experience. The position is eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus and a $15,000 retention bonus after three years, subject to eligibility and applicable repayment commitments. Health insurance benefits are available, with benefit eligibility based on work group. Compensation may include shift differential pay. Applicants must already be authorized to work full-time in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certification; Airline Transport Pilot certification is preferred.
- Helicopter instrument rating.
- Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate; must pass and obtain a FAA Class I medical exam on a semiannual or biannual basis.
- At least 1,500 helicopter hours, or 2,000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1,200 helicopter hours.
- At least 1,000 hours of pilot-in-command time in rotorcraft.
- At least 500 hours of cross-country flight time.
- At least 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time, including 50 hours in actual flight.
- At least 500 hours of turbine time.
- 50 hours of unaided night flight if the pilot has 100 hours aided night flight.
- Pass drug and alcohol testing at initial hire and subsequent random testing.
- Valid Class D driver’s license in the state of residency and an acceptable driving record.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; work visa sponsorship is unavailable.
- Able and willing to work at least seven days per month and fly IMC as a single-pilot IFR Captain.
Nice To Haves
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and efficient conduct of flight assignments.
- Work at least seven days per month.
- Fly in instrument meteorological conditions as a single-pilot IFR Captain.
Benefits
- Health insurance benefits, with plans based on work group eligibility.
- $7,500 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility and repayment commitment.
- $15,000 retention bonus after three years.
- Potential shift differential pay, depending on position and shift worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
