HAA Pilot-LifeFlight OK-Pryor
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Location: Pryor, OK 74361
Description:
Overview
HAA - Helicopter Air Ambulance - Aircraft: EC130 (VFR)
$25,000 Base Stipend / Off-Duty Housing / $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE! Be a part of something bigger and join a growing and high-performing team that shares your passion for making a difference. As leaders in the industry, we welcome exceptional pilots to partner with us in serving communities nationwide with top-tier air medical transport resources. Elevate your career with a supportive 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts) work-life balance, where your safety and well-being are paramount, and your contribution truly matters in making a lasting impact on the lives we care for year-round.
What Pryor, OK offers: an affordable and great place for young professionals and retirees, Pryor Creek Nature Trail for hiking and jogging, the Aquatic Center for family-friendly fun, antique shopping, the annual Rocklahoma music festival, or a short drive to Grand Lake for boating and fishing, the Natural Falls State Park for the beautiful scenery and multiple waterfall views, or the Saline Creek Nature Area for more outdoor activities.
Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered to serve the diverse needs of our teammates:
Health, Dental and Vision
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation Assistance
Plus, other Lifestyle and Work/Life balance benefits: Business Travel Assistance, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Legal, Caregiver, Employee Assistance and Concierge Service Programs
Responsibilities
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
Operates Air Methods' aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in airworthy condition by sign-off of the Daily Flight Log. Performs a complete walk-around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
Ensures 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.
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.
Skills
Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the previous 24 months
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
Operation and Safety Requirements: 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.
Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program - Required Flight Times:
2000 total flight hours with minimum of 1500 flight hours in category
1000 hours PIC in category
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
100 hours unaided night as PIC (or 50 hours of unaided with 100 hours of NVG time)
50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (simulator time does not count)
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.
Education & Experience
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
Bachelor's degree preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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.
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
HAA - Helicopter Air Ambulance - Aircraft: EC130 (VFR)
$25,000 Base Stipend / Off-Duty Housing / $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE! Be a part of something bigger and join a growing and high-performing team that shares your passion for making a difference. As leaders in the industry, we welcome exceptional pilots to partner with us in serving communities nationwide with top-tier air medical transport resources. Elevate your career with a supportive 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts) work-life balance, where your safety and well-being are paramount, and your contribution truly matters in making a lasting impact on the lives we care for year-round.
What Pryor, OK offers: an affordable and great place for young professionals and retirees, Pryor Creek Nature Trail for hiking and jogging, the Aquatic Center for family-friendly fun, antique shopping, the annual Rocklahoma music festival, or a short drive to Grand Lake for boating and fishing, the Natural Falls State Park for the beautiful scenery and multiple waterfall views, or the Saline Creek Nature Area for more outdoor activities.
Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered to serve the diverse needs of our teammates:
Health, Dental and Vision
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation Assistance
Plus, other Lifestyle and Work/Life balance benefits: Business Travel Assistance, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Legal, Caregiver, Employee Assistance and Concierge Service Programs
Responsibilities
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
Operates Air Methods' aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in airworthy condition by sign-off of the Daily Flight Log. Performs a complete walk-around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
Ensures 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.
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.
Skills
Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the previous 24 months
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
Operation and Safety Requirements: 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.
Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program - Required Flight Times:
2000 total flight hours with minimum of 1500 flight hours in category
1000 hours PIC in category
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
100 hours unaided night as PIC (or 50 hours of unaided with 100 hours of NVG time)
50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (simulator time does not count)
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.
Education & Experience
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
Bachelor's degree preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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.
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).