Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods•Corydon, IN

8d•$82,900•Onsite

About The Position

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! Corydon, Indiana, offers the perfect blend of small-town charm, rich history, and easy access to the outdoors. As Indiana’s first state capital, Corydon is steeped in history, while its welcoming downtown features local shops, restaurants, and community events. The area is also surrounded by scenic landscapes, including nearby caves, forests, and rolling hills that provide plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring. With its relaxed pace of life, friendly community, and convenient location within driving distance of Louisville, Corydon is a great place to call home for those looking for a quieter lifestyle without giving up access to larger-city amenities.

Requirements

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
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.
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months
2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1500 flight hours in category.
1000 hours PIC in category.
500 hours of rotor wing turbine.
200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours at night.
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).
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).
Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft)(ATP rating in category meets this requirement)
Fixed wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft
Commercial single-engine land is required for single-engine aircraft
First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.
This position is subject to drug/alcohol testing per DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
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.
Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
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.
Responsible for completion of required documentation.
Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
Performs other duties as assigned.