Part 91 Maintenance Operational Support Pilot

Regional Coverage (MidWest): IL, IN, MO, OH, KS, KY

$81,525 - $122,250

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

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, and while providing our pilots with work life balance.

For over four decades, Air Methods has been dedicated to emergency air medical transport, focusing on patient quality of care and safety in aviation. Air Methods delivers lifesaving care to more than 100,000 patients per year, and we only respond when a physician or a first-responder calls us. When we are asked to deploy, we answer the call and do everything in our power to save a life. 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!

Job Summary

The Part 91 Maintenance Operational Support Pilot - Rotor Wing will perform post maintenance and preservation ground runs within the designated region. Responsible for ensuring aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to conduct post maintenance operational check flights and repositioning Ferry flights. Responsible for briefing and/or supervising all associated personnel in aircraft operations as applicable. Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) as applicable, and a thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.

Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered to serve the diverse needs of our teammates:

bull; Health, Dental and Vision
bull; Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
bull; Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
bull; AD D Insurance
bull; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
bull; Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account Plans
bull; Tuition Reimbursement
bull; Relocation Assistance
bull; Plus, other Lifestyle and Work/Life balance benefits: Business Travel Assistance, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Legal, Caregiver, Employee Assistance and Concierge Service Programs

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

bull; Operates all assigned aircraft in a safe and legal manner at all times (100).
bull; Perform Aircraft preservation ground runs.
bull; Perform Aircraft post maintenance ground runs.
bull; Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition. Perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
bull; Perform Aircraft post maintenance test flights for RTS (Return To Service) per MOC/ ROC requirements
bull; Ferry aircraft as directed under Part 91 Rules, VFR only.
bull; Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of crew, passengers, cargo and equipment.
bull; Responsible for completion of required documentation.
bull; Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards

Additional Job Requirements

bull; Schedule: Primarily Mon-Fri (8 hrs).
bull; Percentage of time spent traveling: Up to 90

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.

Visual Flight Requirements (VFR)

bull; 1000-1500 hours PIC in Rotor Wing (Helicopter category)
bull; 500 hours of Rotor Wing turbine time
bull; 150 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 75 hours of which were at night
bull; 50 hours total time, if rated, of actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (simulator time does not count)

(for a RW candidate who is FW rated, 25 hours or greater of FW actual or hood Instrument time can reduce the RW required instrument time to 15 hours).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

bull; Valid Current Helicopter Commercial License
bull; Valid Current Class I or II flight physical completed with medical certificate obtained.
bull; Valid Current Helicopter Instrument rating preferred
bull; Valid Current Airframe Powerplant (A P) License preferred

Skills

bull; MOC / ROC qualified in aircraft types (preferred)

bull; Capable of being AMC-qualified in multiple aircrafts (AS350, B407, B429, EC130, EC135, EC145)

Computer Skills

bull; Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Education Experience

bull; High School Diploma or GED Required
bull; Associatersquo;s or Bachelorrsquo;s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

bull; 2-5 years of related experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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

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.