Air Methods | Pilatus PC12 SET Pilot

Fixed Wing Pilot - EMS Air-Ambulance Operations

Air Methods seeks a qualified Fixed Wing Pilot to join their EMS air-ambulance operations in Farmington, New Mexico. This regular full-time position involves flying the PC12 under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and requires adherence to stringent safety protocols while transporting medical teams and patients.

About the Role

The Fixed Wing Pilot is entrusted with the safe and legal operation of Air Methods aircraft. Key responsibilities include ensuring aircraft airworthiness and favorable weather conditions prior to patient transport, conducting thorough pre-flight inspections, and verifying aircraft status via the Daily Flight Log. The pilot holds ultimate authority for flight operations and the safety of all on board. This role also necessitates comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems and supporting medical equipment, effective flight planning, and strict compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), and company policies. The position offers a 7-days-on/7-days-off schedule with 12-hour shifts and includes off-duty housing and a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Minimum 2,500 total flight hours.
• Minimum 2,000 hours in category.
• Minimum 1,000 hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) in category.
• Minimum 500 hours of cross-country flight time.
• Minimum 500 hours of fixed-wing turbine time.
• Minimum 100 hours of night flight time.
• Minimum 100 hours of flight in actual instrument conditions in category.
• Commercial Pilot certificate with an Instrument Rating for the applicable category and class; an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating in category satisfies this requirement.
• A First- or Second-Class FAA Medical certificate.
• Recent commercial or military flight experience within the previous 24 months.
• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, plus two to five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Must maintain a weight of no more than 250 pounds.
• Must be less than 70 years old.
• Must comply with applicable DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Ability to maintain positive professional relationships and attend work regularly as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Pilot
• CPL (Commercial Pilot License)
• ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) - Unrestricted
• PC12 Aircraft
• IFR (Instrument Flight Rules)

Benefits

• Off-duty housing.
• $15,000 sign-on bonus.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Competitive 401(k) retirement plan.
• Full company-paid life insurance, AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings account plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance.
• Business Travel Assistance, Accident Insurance, voluntary legal and caregiver programs, Employee Assistance, and Concierge Service Programs.