Job description
Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. The Rotor Wing Pilot is responsible for professionally and safely operating aircraft for LFN to facilitate care of critically ill and/or injured patients. The Rotor Wing Pilot will possess strong aviation skills, a keen sense of safety, superior customer service skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of people, one-on-one and in large groups, sometimes in highly stressful situations. The Rotor Wing Pilot will be required to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. QUALIFICATIONS: - High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred - 5 years' experience as a professional pilot preferred - 2,000 hours Total Time required - 1,500 hours as Pilot in Command - 1,000 hours R/W Turbine time required - 100 hours instrument time preferred - 75 Instrument hours total – with at least 50 hours in aircraft instrument time required - 100 hours of nighttime required - Pilots with air medical transportation experience preferred - Pilots with NVG experience preferred - Mountain experience preferred - Must hold a FAA Commercial Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Helicopter Rating - Must have and maintain a FAA second class flight physical - Performs pre- and post-flight inspections, plans flights, assists in loading of passengers, baggage and cargo, and analyzes weather conditions - Maintains logs and records and prepares written reports - Operates aircraft tug, tractor, and/or ground handling equipment - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Must hold a valid driver's license and meet LFN's Driver's Policy requirements
Additional requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver's license, access to an automobile in good repair, proof of auto insurance, and compliance with LFN's Driver's Policy required
- Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN's service area required
- Subject to drug screening and background investigation
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with 100% vested employer contribution from day one
- Tenure bonuses
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Complimentary Life Flight Network Membership for employee and household
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Bereavement Leave (including for pets)
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Tuition and Training Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- Employee Recognition Awards
- Multilingual Stipend
Base Location
United States
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA / PHKO)