Helicopter Pilot- SPIFR

Responsibilities

Helicopter Pilot - HAA (SPIFR), Fort Liberty, NC

• Competitive starting salaries from $97,000 - $115,000 DOE* (*includes geomodifier and IFR stipend)
• Housing Provided
• $15,000 Sign-On Bonus after training for New Pilots!
• $40,000 Retention Bonus after 36 Months in the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan
• Preferred consideration and transfer opportunities to over 350 rotor locations, coast to coast, across Global Medical Response.

The pilot position provides customer oriented, high quality air medical transport service in a safe and efficient manner.

The pilots are expected to act as a proactive and integral team player, both in flight, and during ground operations, utilizing communication and technical skills which will strengthen the company goal of being held in the highest regard with in the EMS industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Maintains a schedule as set forth by the company.
• Must be prepared to occasionally serve extra duty shifts when called upon, due to the absence of other pilots for vacation, sick leave, etc.
• Ensures aircraft readiness for flight dispatches, these items to include, as described in the appropriate manuals, but not limited to :
• All FAR requirements
• All REACH requirements
• Aircraft cleanliness duties
• All flight crew requirements
• Accurately completes, in entirety, all required paperwork duties, i.e., duty shift change form, load manifests, duty / time sheets, all within scheduled due dates.
• Ensures that any and all pertinent information about flight operations will be disseminated to his / her shift change pilot and / or disseminated through the Company Communications Board per policy.
• Attends meetings when required, and is available for training and check-flights outside of normal duty shift rotation.
• Upholds current company policies and procedures to systems and electronic platforms.
• Maintain documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, safety, and advanced procedures.
• Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by emergency programs.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
• Attends pre-mission briefings and mission debriefing and completes necessary documentation.
• Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment prior to liftoff.
• Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed.
• Committed to being on-time, reliable, professional, and meeting our elevated standards in safety and service.
• Use appropriate communication methods to help facilitate coordination of efforts between departments, vendors and team members.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, either orally or in writing.

Job requirements and Qualifications :

• 2000 hours total time (helicopter).
• 1000 hours PIC (helicopter).
• 500 hours cumulative night experience.
• 100 hours cumulative IFR experience.
• EMS and FAR 135 experience preferred.
• Commercial Instrument Helicopter Rating.
• Current Class II Medical Certificate.
• Preference is given to applicants who have an ATP rating.
• Airbus EC-135 experience required (250 hours total)
• Preference is given to applicants who have previous NVG experience.

Requirements Other :

Duty weight not to exceed 230 lbs, including flight suit and boots

Requirements :

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally, effectively and persuasively.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure, work efficiently and accurately with frequent interruptions, and set / re-set multiple priorities.
• Presents a professional image as a REACH flight team member.
• Maintains a positive team attitude with flight crew members, maintenance technician and communications specialist by working cohesively.
• Works independently and tolerates high stress levels while maintaining a good rapport with co-workers.
• Maintains ongoing knowledge of relevant aviation SOP’s.

Value Based Competencies :

• Ability to communicate professionally, effectively, and clearly.
• Maintains ongoing knowledge of REACH Processes, Policies, Procedures, and SOP’s as necessary.
• Ability to work within a strong team environment.
• Is receptive, responsive, and realistic.
• Provides timely, constructive feedback that contributes to one another’s' development.

Physical Requirements :

• Requires activities requiring a moderate amount of standing, sitting and walking.
• Able to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching and lifting.
• Capable of lifting 75 lbs floor to bench height.
• Ability to hear routine aircraft noises.
• Maintains a duty weight (body weight + uniform / equipment helmet not included) of less than 230lbs for Rotor Wing (Helicopter) operations.
• Must be able to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested.
• Requires close and distant visual capability (Class 2 Aviation Medical).
• Periodic hands to key ability (typing).
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION!

This base is positioned on and provides service to a US Military Installation. In addition to the standard REACH background check or REACH DOT background check, all hires for this role will be required to complete and clear additional US Government background checks, including, but not limited to :

• DOD Tier 1 background check and CAC clearance
• Child Background Check (CBC), including digital and / or ink fingerprints

Our Benefits

MEDICAL - GMR offers four different plan options, allowing you to select the right option for you and your family. Our plans cover the full cost of preventive services and include in-network prescription drug coverage.

Our high-deductible plans allow you to open and contribute to a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). We also offer Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), allowing you to set aside tax-free dollars for certain expenses.

RETIREMENT - We offer a 401(k) retirement plan to eligible employees and a company match of 50% of your contributions, up to 8% of your compensation continued.

For certain employees who face 401(k) contribution limitations due to higher income levels, we also offer a deferred compensation plan and match.

We also offer financial counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and retirement plan vendor.

VISION - Our two vision plan options cover exams, lenses and frames, and contacts in lieu of eyewear.

TELEMEDICINE - GMR provides a telemedicine benefit through Teladoc for our employees and their dependents. Teladoc offers convenient phone and video care for many medical conditions for a low, fixed copay.

DENTAL - We offer two dental plans, including a plan that covers orthodontics.

SURVIVOR BENEFITS - GMR provides company paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance. In addition, we offer an option to buy additional coverage for you, your spouse and your children at affordable rates.

INCOME PROTECTION - We offer company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect a portion of your income in case of disability or extended illness.

VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS - We offer a variety of other optional benefits including financial wellness services, legal coverage, identity theft protection and more.

The benefits listed apply to most core non-union positions. Union position benefits are dictated by their specific Collective Bargaining Agreement.