Air Methods

Private helicopter emergency medical services

Maintenance Support Pilot

Passenger Transport DrivingUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeRemote in USA$80k - $90k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and two to five years of related experience and/or training is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience is also accepted.
A minimum of 1,200 total flight hours is required.
A minimum of 500 hours as pilot in command in category is required.
A minimum of 500 turbine hours is required.
A minimum of 100 hours of cross-country flight time is required, including at least 25 hours at night.
A minimum of 50 hours of actual or simulated instrument time in flight and in category is required.
The candidate must be capable of maintaining qualification in multiple aircraft.
The candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
The candidate must hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or an Airline Transport Pilot certificate for rotorcraft/helicopter.
The candidate must hold a current Class I or II medical certificate.
Regular scheduled attendance is required.

Responsibilities

Operate all assigned aircraft safely and legally at all times.
Perform aircraft preservation ground runs.
Perform aircraft post-maintenance ground runs.
Complete a pre-flight inspection before every flight to verify the aircraft is airworthy, including a complete walk-around before entering the cockpit and after each flight.
Perform aircraft post-maintenance test flights for return to service in accordance with original equipment manufacturer and regulatory requirements.
Ferry aircraft as directed.
Exercise final authority over aircraft operations and the safety of crew, passengers, cargo, and equipment.
Ensure all aircraft systems and installed equipment are airworthy and operationally functional when released for revenue service.
Comply with pilot-in-command duties and responsibilities in the Air Methods General Operations Manual.
Brief and/or supervise associated personnel in aircraft operations as applicable.
Ensure aircraft are airworthy and weather conditions are appropriate for maintenance operational flights and repositioning ferry flights.
Ensure aircraft are returned to revenue service fully operational and capable of performing the air medical mission in accordance with original equipment manufacturer guidelines and supplemental type certificates.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel more than 75% of the time.

Desired Qualifications

An Airframe and Powerplant certificate is preferred.

Overview

Pacwest Regional RW Maintenance Support Pilot

Job Summary

The Maintenance Support Pilot – Regional (RW) will perform pre-induction maintenance flights, post maintenance flights, ground runs and ferry flights as directed by maintenance planning and regional leadership. Responsible for ensuring aircraft are airworthy and weather conditions are appropriate to conduct maintenance operational 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. Responsible for ensuring Air Methods aircraft are returned to revenue service fully operational, and capable of performing the air medical mission in accordance with OEM guidelines and supplemental type certificates.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

Operate all assigned aircraft in a safe and legal manner at all times (100%).
Perform Aircraft preservation ground runs.
Perform Aircraft post maintenance ground runs.
Complete 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.
Perform Aircraft post maintenance test flights for RTS (Return To Service) per OEM and regulatory requirements
Ferry aircraft as directed.
Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of crew, passengers, cargo and equipment.
Responsible for ensuring all aircraft systems and installed equipment are airworthy and operationally functional when released for revenue service.
Comply with PIC duties and responsibilities in the Air Methods GOM
Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

Regular scheduled attendance
Indicate the percentage of time spent travelin: > 75%

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 direct supervisory responsibilities.

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.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or GED Required
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree 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 preferred
1200 hours total time
500 hours PIC in category
500 hours turbine time
100 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 25 hours of which were at night
50 hours actual or simulated instrument time in flight and in category

Skills

Capable of maintaining qualification in multiple aircraft

Computer Skills

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

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or ATP: Rotorcraft, Helicopter
Current Class I or II medical certificate
Preferred Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

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.

Minimum pay

USD $80,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay

USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Compensation: 80000 to 90000 (USD)

About the Company

Air Methods

Private helicopter emergency medical services

Air Methods provides emergency air medical transport using a fleet of helicopters and trained clinicians and pilots to move patients quickly to appropriate medical facilities. It serves over 100,000 patients each year and operates 24/7, focusing on rapid response, safety, and high-quality patient care. The service works by dispatching equipped aircraft with medical teams that deliver on-scene and en-route clinical care during transport. The company differentiates itself through its large, round-the-clock operations, comprehensive clinical training, strict flight safety focus, and wide geographic reach as a private helicopter operator. Its goal is to deliver fast, safe, and reliable emergency medical transport to patients in need.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Englewood, CO
Founded: 1980

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