Helicopter Float Pilot

Job Description

Survival Flight is accepting resumes for a full-time Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) Float Pilot position flying a Bell 407/Bell 206 in any of our regions based in Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.

• Float Pilots will be assigned a regular scheduled hitch and be expected to assist in covering open shifts in assigned region.
• If there are no bases with open shifts during a Float Pilot's regular scheduled hitch, the Float Pilot will be expected to perform duties that include but are not limited to aircraft moves, maintenance flights, administrative requirements, etc.
• Float Pilots who successfully complete a minimum of 6 months of float duties will take priority in a
  permanent assignment at a base of their choosing once a position becomes available at that base.

We are certain that you will find a home amongst our family of aviation professionals, world-class medical providers, and skilled mechanics. Together, you will be part of a team that leverages skill and experience to SAFELY deliver next-level care to those in need with speed and purpose.

Pilot Incentives:

• Starting base salary $82,000 to $92,000, adjusted for experience


• $15,000 sign-on bonus to be paid immediately upon completion of new hire training


• $25,000 retention bonus to be paid out during the first 24 months of employment


• 7/7 or 14/14 schedule, depending on location


• Off duty and away from base pilot housing provided


• Annual aviation medical exam reimbursement


• Mileage/per-diem/travel pay for work over shifts


• $15,000 pilot referral bonus

Required Experience:

• 2000 hours total flight time (preferred)


• 1500 hours helicopter PIC time


• 500 hours turbine time


• 100 hours unaided or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided


• 500 cross-country time

Preferred Experience:

• NVG Experience


• HAA Experience


• Bell 206/407 Experience


• ATP Certificate


• Bachelor's Degree

Education/Certifications:

• Commercial Helicopter with Instrument Rating


• Current class 1 or 2 medical


• High School Diploma or equivalent

Other:

• US work authorization

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Dental insurance


• Employee assistance program


• Health insurance


• Health savings account


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance