Helicopter Pilot

## Overview **ALNW** **EC135 (IFR)** **Salary Range: ($107,770- $121,226) with 130% ACCRA** **+ $3,000 IFR Stipend** **+ Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000** **$15,000 Sign-On Bonus** **Must Meet ALNW Requirements** **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. 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** Bellingham, WA, is special because of its stunning natural beauty, vibrant community, and easy access to outdoor adventure. Located between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., Bellingham offers breathtaking views of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy hiking, skiing, kayaking, biking, and exploring the Pacific Northwest. The city features a lively downtown, local restaurants, breweries, farmers markets, and a strong arts and music scene, while still maintaining a welcoming, small-city feel. With its mix of coastal charm, mountain access, and close-knit community, Bellingham offers an exceptional quality of life and a truly unique place to call home. **Benefits** Air 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 Programs **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 (7/7 schedule - 12 hour shifts) 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…