Float Rotor Wing Pilot - IFR

Life Flight Network • Aurora, OR

75d

About The Position

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the industry's trailblazers, we constantly raise the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground. Being a member of our esteemed team means embarking on a career defined by distinction, pride, compassion, and unwavering service. We are a group of dedicated professionals who thrive in a high-octane, collaborative environment. Our collective brilliance shines as we come together to make a difference in the communities we serve. Here, you'll find the best and the brightest talents, who are second to none in their dedication and expertise. The Float Rotor Wing Pilot is responsible for professionally and safely operating aircraft for LFN to facilitate care of critically ill and/or injured patients. Rotor Wing Pilots possess strong aviation skills, a keen sense of safety, superior customer service skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people, one-on-one and in large groups, sometimes in highly stressful situations. The Float Rotor Wing Pilot will be required to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Our float positions are full-time. The purpose of our float pilot is to cover open shifts on the schedule due to line pilot vacations, leave, etc. Seven shifts are guaranteed in the pay period, but may not be consecutive or all at the same base. This position covers shifts at the bases located in Cottage Grove, Salem, Newport & Aurora, Oregon and Kelso, Washington.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 5 years’ experience as a professional pilot preferred.
• 2000 hours Total Time required.
• 1500 hours as Pilot in Command.
• 1000 hours R/W Turbine time required.
• 100 hours instrument time preferred.
• 75 Instrument hours total – with at least 50 hours in aircraft instrument time required.
• 100 hours of unaided nighttime required.
• Must hold a FAA Commercial Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Helicopter Rating.
• Must have and maintain a FAA second class flight physical.
• Excellent grammar; verbal and written communication, and customer service skills.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, have access to an automobile in good repair, be able to provide proof of auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Pilots with air medical transportation experience preferred.
• Pilots with NVG experience preferred.
• Mountain experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Professionally and safely operate aircraft for LFN to facilitate care of critically ill and/or injured patients.
• Perform pre- and post-flight inspections.
• Plan flights, assist in loading of passengers, baggage and cargo, and analyze weather conditions.
• Maintain logs and records, as required, and prepare written reports.
• Operate aircraft tug, tractor, and/or ground handling equipment.
• Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation above industry standard.
• Medical (Company pays for employee 100%).
• Dental (Company pays for employee 100%).
• Vision (Company pays for employee 100%).
• Life/AD&D (Company pays for employee 100%).
• Short & long term disability (Company pays for employee 100%).
• 401k – with 100% vested employer contribution.
• Multilingual Stipend.
• Tenure bonuses.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental time off.
• Bereavement leave (including pets).
• Tuition/Training reimbursement.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• A generous paid time off plan starting at almost 4 weeks a year for full time employees.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program.
• Life Flight Network Membership.
• Dog friendly work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED