Helicopter Pilot

Overview:
**Mercy Air**

**Bell 412 (VFR)**

**120% ACCRA**

**$8,000 Stipend**

**Off Duty Housing**

**$15,000 Sign-On Bonus**

***Applicants must have 250 hours in the B412, B212, UH-1N, UH-1Y or UH-1**

**AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE**

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, 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts). 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**

Twentynine Palms, California, stands as an oasis amidst the Mojave Desert, showcasing a unique blend of natural beauty, artistic inspiration, and a deep connection to the desert landscape. This small town is not just a gateway to Joshua Tree National Park but also a haven for artists, creatives, and nature enthusiasts. The stark beauty of the desert, with its iconic Joshua trees and rugged terrain, offers a serene backdrop that has long inspired artists, writers, and musicians. The town's artistic community thrives, evident in its galleries, art installations, and the renowned Joshua Tree Art Walk. Beyond its creative allure, Twentynine Palms is a tight-knit community where residents value the tranquility of the desert and celebrate its breathtaking vistas. Its unique combination of artistic vibrancy, natural splendor, and a deep appreciation for the desert environment makes Twentynine Palms a truly special and captivating destination in Southern California.

**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.

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.

Qualifications:
**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.

**Pay Scale**

Based on flight and EMS experience.
- **
STEP A: $82,900**
- ** STEP B: $86,216**
- ** STEP C: $89,665**
- ** STEP D: $93,251**

**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**
- 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