Float Rotor Wing Pilot

Life Flight Network•Boise, ID

3d•$112,673 - $131,171•Hybrid

About The Position

Life Flight Network is a prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organization dedicated to safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation. As a member of our team, you will embark 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, making a difference in the communities we serve. This Float Rotor Wing Pilot position 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, 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, covering open shifts 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 in Boise, Burley, and Hailey, Idaho; and Pendleton, La Grande, and Ontario, Oregon.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
2000 hours Total Time required
1500 hours Pilot in Command
1000 R/W Turbine hours required
50 hours instrument time required
100 hours of nighttime required
Must hold FAA Commercial Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Helicopter Rating
Must have and maintain FAA second class flight physical
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
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, meet LFN’s Driver’s Policy requirements and able to travel whenever or wherever business needs necessitate

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
5 years’ experience as a professional pilot preferred
100 hours instrument time preferred
Pilots with air medical transportation experience preferred
Pilots with NVG experience preferred
Mountain experience preferred. Experience evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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.