Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods•Thornton, CO

16h

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! Location Thornton, Colorado, is a fantastic place to live, offering a perfect balance of suburban comfort and easy access to the excitement of nearby Denver. Known for its beautiful parks, trails, and open spaces, Thornton provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities like biking, hiking, and fishing. The city has a strong sense of community, with excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a growing local economy. Residents enjoy stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, a lively arts and culture scene, and convenient access to major highways, making commuting and travel a breeze. With its welcoming atmosphere, diverse dining options, and year-round events, Thornton is a vibrant and dynamic place to call home. 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.

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
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
Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program: 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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Mountain time 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.
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.