Pilot Fixed Wing

Company: Air Methods LLC
Location: Yakima
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewPC12 (IFR)$50,000 StipendOff Duty Housing$15,000 Sign-On BonusYakima 2As 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!LocationYakima, WA holds a special place due to its unique blend of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant community. Nestled in the heart of the Yakima Valley, the region is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, including fertile vineyards and orchards that contribute to the local agricultural scene. With its warm climate, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a plethora of recreational activities year-round, from hiking in the nearby Cascade Mountains to kayaking along the Yakima River.BenefitsAir 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 ProgramsJob SummaryResponsible 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.ResponsibilitiesEssential 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts).Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsEducation & 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:
        • 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.
          • Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months.Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Program:
            • 2500 total flight hours with minimum of 2000 flight hours in category.
            • 1000 hours PIC in category.
            • 500 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night.
            • 500 hours of turbine time.
            • 100 hours night flight time.
            • 100 hours of flight in actual instrument conditions in category.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
              • Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft).
              • 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.Pay Scale
                • STEP A: $82,900
                • STEP B: $86,216
                • STEP C: $89,665
                • STEP D: $93,251Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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