Rotor Wing Pilot

About the role

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the industry's trailblazers, we constantly raise the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground. The Rotor Wing Pilot is responsible for professionally and safely operating aircraft for LFN to facilitate care of critically ill and/or injured patients. Rotor Wing Pilots possess strong aviation skills, a keen sense of safety, superior customer service skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people, one-on-one and in large groups, sometimes in highly stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre- and post-flight inspections
• Plans flights, assists in loading of passengers, baggage and cargo, and analyzes weather conditions
• Maintains logs and records, as required, and prepares written reports
• Operates aircraft tug, tractor, and/or ground handling equipment
• Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area is required

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
• 5 years’ experience as a professional pilot preferred
• 2000 hours Total Time required
• 1500 hours Pilot in Command
• 1000 R/W Turbine hours required
• 100 hours instrument time preferred, 50 hours required
• 100 hours of unaided nighttime required
• Pilots with air medical transportation experience preferred
• Pilots with NVG experience preferred
• Mountain experience preferred (experience evaluated on a case-by-case basis)
• Must hold FAA Commercial Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Helicopter Rating
• Must have and maintain FAA second class flight physical
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent grammar, verbal and written communication, and customer service skills
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, have access to an automobile in good repair, be able to provide proof of auto insurance, and meet LFN’s Driver’s Policy requirements

Schedule

The Rotor Wing Pilot will be required to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Compensation & Retirement
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution
  • Tenure bonuses to reward your loyalty and long-term commitment
• Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program
  • Complimentary Life Flight Network Membership for you and your household
• Family & Lifestyle
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Bereavement Leave (including for pets)
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Generous Paid Time Off
• Growth & Recognition
  • Tuition and Training Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • Employee Recognition Awards
  • Multilingual Stipend