Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods LLC

$82K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field.
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
  • 2,500 total flight hours, with 2,000 hours in category.
  • 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) in category.
  • First or Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.

Responsibilities

  • Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally.
  • Conduct pre-flight inspections to ensure airworthiness.
  • Serve as final authority on aircraft operations and passenger safety.
  • Familiarize medical flight teams with aircraft and medical systems.
  • Complete required documentation accurately and timely.
  • Plan flights precisely even with minimal notice.
  • Participate in company meetings and community outreach.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with competitive match.
  • Tuition Reimbursement for continued education.
  • Full Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Relocation Assistance available for new hires.
Full Job Description
Overview

Helicopter Pilot - Fulton County, GA

Grady Air

EC145 / IFR

110% ACCRA

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus

Location

Life in Fulton County offers the perfect balance of big-city energy and suburban comfort. Home to Atlanta, the county gives residents access to world-class dining, entertainment, and career opportunities, while still offering quieter communities like Alpharetta, Roswell, and Johns Creek for a more relaxed lifestyle. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore miles of scenic trails and river views at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, while families benefit from top-rated schools and a strong sense of community. Whether you're looking to grow your career, enjoy a vibrant social scene, or settle into a welcoming neighborhood, Fulton County delivers a dynamic lifestyle with something for everyone.

Benefits

Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:
  • Health, Dental and Vision
  • Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Legal
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Job Summary

Responsible to ensure 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.

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 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.


Additional Job Requirements
  • Regular scheduled attendance. (7/7 schedule - 12-hour shifts)

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Compensation

Compensation commensurate with flight and EMS experience from $82,900 per year.

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.

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

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.

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

Instrument Flight rules (IFR) Program
• 2,500 total flight hours with a minimum of 2,000 hours in category
• 1000 hours PIC in category
• 500 hours of cross-country flight time, 100 hours of night flight time
• 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50 hours which were in flight in an aircraft including 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category

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.

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

This position will be open and posted until filled, with a minimum posting period of three days.

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