Full-Time Commercial Helicopter Pilot
Northwest Helicopters, LLC has been serving the helicopter industry since 1978 and is accepting applications for a full-time commercial helicopter pilot. NWH provides services to US agencies and departments, large national utility (powerline & infrastructure) and high-tech companies, as well as smaller customers and individuals. Applicants must be open to fly all missions and aircraft in our fleet.
Job Duties: The position covers all aspects of operations for all types of missions. The duties include but are not limited to, flight and operational planning (91/133/135/137), weight and balance data, fuel management, accurate tracking of duty, flight and maintenance times, compliance with all FAR and company policies, as well as a variety of customer service functions and customer SOP’s. Strict adherence to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual, FAA manuals, and company and customer policies is required.
Expected flight mission types:
• Fire Suppression
• Search and Rescue
• Precision Lifting
• Agriculture and Forestry
• Charters • Aerial Photography
• Wildlife Management
• Powerline and Utility Support
Ability to pilot aircraft in our fleet:
• Bell 206 (B and L)
• MD 500 series
• Bell UH-1H
• Sikorsky UH-60
Job Requirements:
• Must be able to act as company representative on projects.
• Aviation knowledge
• Safety above all and participating in SMS culture required.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team
• Longline/Vertical Reference Proficiency
• Proficient in high altitude operations/mountain flying
• Microsoft Office
• Excellent people and communication skills
• Deep snow landing and cold weather experience
Required Qualifications / Licenses:
• Commercial rotorcraft helicopter license
• Current medical – 2nd class
• Current driver license with clean driving record. Preferred Additional Experience and Skills: • ATP and/or CFI rating
• USFS carded
Minimum Certification Required: Commercial Pilot
Minimum Flight Hours Required: 1500 PIC, 500 Turbine
Salary: DOE
Benefits: We offer medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k with a company match, PTO, and competitive wage.
A waiting period may apply to be eligible for certain benefits.
Travel: Required
Schedule: Negotiable
If interested please submit your resume with a cover letter to: officeteam.nwh@gmail.com. The cover letter should address your previous experience and roles regarding the duties, requirements and skills required, along with why you are the person to fill this position.