Helicopter Air Ambulance Relief Pilot - VFR/PIC - EC130 - Remote

Metro Aviation • 1m ago

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Helicopter Air Ambulance Relief Pilot (VFR/PIC) (EC130) to work as an integral part of the Metro team for our operations in the Midwest.

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*$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

*$5,000 Retention Bonus*

*$15,000 Hardship Stipend*

*Subject to offer letter terms and policy*

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job Objective

The National Relief Pilot is responsible to fill pilot shortages at various bases as assigned by the Regional Aviation Manager, Chief Pilot, or Director of Part 135 Operations. Additional tasks may be assigned. The Regional Relief Pilot will strive to uphold the highest level of customer service while maintaining the safest operations possible.

Essential Functions

Maintain a clear and concise understanding of current Company, local base, and customer policies and procedures and consult with the Base Manager/Lead Pilot/Team Leader for further clarification if necessary
Comply with all FARs, Operations Specifications, Operations Manual, Flight Manual, local base and company policies and procedures
Coordinate with the applicable Lead Pilot to assure the Local Base Orientation Training is completed prior to reporting to duty
Ensure familiarization with the systems and configuration of the assigned aircraft prior to accepting a duty assignment in that aircraft. If aircraft operation is necessary to accomplish this, arrange to have another authorized pilot or instructor pilot assist with this task
Communicate work assignment details with the Metro Aviation, Inc. Operational Control Center (OCC) to properly input Complete Flight information prior to a flight request
Update the ‘Aircraft Status’ in Complete Flight in a timely manner to keep the OCC current on weather, base, and aircraft airworthiness status
Promote effective and courteous communications with co-workers, customer personnel while maintaining a professional work environment
Notify Regional Aviation Manager (RAM) of interpersonal conflicts between co-workers or customer personnel
Notify Regional Aviation Manager as soon as practical of any incident requiring an Aviation Safety Report (ASR). Comply with all Metro Safety program (SMS) procedures and policies
Maintain the interior and exterior of the assigned aircraft in a clean and orderly manner
Conduct pre/post-shift briefings with fellow pilots to review weather status, ASR’s, aircraft airworthiness, and any other pertinent information as per the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
When assigned to duty, obtain weather briefings for the expected service area, and obtain weather updates as appropriate
Coordinate with Communication Center or customer on weather status and anticipated delays; update this information as required
Participate in customer safety training if assigned to duty for that customer
Assist with customer public relations activities and public service agency safety training if assigned to duty for that customer
Participate in Metro Aviation, Inc. training programs including the Instrument Proficiency Program
Perform proper pre-flight inspection, servicing (fuel, oxygen, etc.) and confirm aircraft airworthiness
Notify maintenance personnel of all aircraft discrepancies; document these discrepancies as required by the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
Assure all aircraft publications (charts, facility directories, government documents, etc.) are present and up to date
Ensure Company confidentiality is maintained regarding matters considered proprietary
When authorized, exercise OCC to initiate, conduct, or terminate a flight or series of flights in accordance with the current Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual procedures

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

Effective oral and written communication skills
Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds
Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers
Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
Proficient in directing and guiding
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products

Required Certificates

FAA Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Certificate and Instrument Helicopter Rating (Airline Transport Pilot Rotorcraft Preferred)
FAA 2nd Class Medical (1st Class required at some locations
Valid Driver's License

Minimum Required Experience (Regulatory and CAMTS Requirements)

Total Flight Time = 2,000 hours
Helicopter Flight Time = 1,200 hours
Total Pilot-in-Command Helicopter Time = 1,000 hours
Turbine Helicopter Time = 500 hours
Total X/C Time = 500 hours
Total Night Time = 100 hours (50 unaided)
Total Instrument Time = 75 hours (50 in flight)

Preferred Experience

Air Medical operations
Single Pilot IFR operations
Night Vision Goggle operations

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and walking
Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting
Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height
Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises
Maintain a "duty" weight (body weight + uniform/equipment helmet not included) if applicable per program
Ability to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested
Require close and distant visual capability
Periodic hands to key ability (typing)

Work Environment

Temperature controlled office/rest quarters
Exposure to outdoor aircraft facility with potential cold and hot temperatures
Exposure to running aircraft
Exposure to refueling systems

Status & Work Schedule

Full-time
15 work days per month
Workover available when necessary
Extensive travel required

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Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.

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