Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods

Bellingham, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$107,770–$121,226 Per Year

SKILLS

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Brewing, Cargo/Freight, Disability Insurance, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Flight Planning, Flying Time, Healthcare, Hospital, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Life Insurance, Music, Operations Guidelines, Regulatory Compliance, Restaurant, Safety/Work Safety

LOCATION

Bellingham, WA

POSTED

2 days ago

Overview

ALNW

EC135 (IFR)

Salary Range: ($107,770- $121,226) with 130% ACCRA

+ $3,000 IFR Stipend

+ Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Must Meet ALNW Requirements

AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!

As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing airmedical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!

Location

Bellingham, WA, is special because of its stunning natural beauty, vibrant community, and easy access to outdoor adventure. Located between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., Bellingham offers breathtaking views of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy hiking, skiing, kayaking, biking, and exploring the Pacific Northwest. The city features a lively downtown, local restaurants, breweries, farmers markets, and a strong arts and music scene, while still maintaining a welcoming, small-city feel. With its mix of coastal charm, mountain access, and close-knit community, Bellingham offers an exceptional quality of life and a truly unique place to call home.

Benefits

Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:

Health, Dental and Vision
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Voluntary Legal
Relocation Assistance
Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Job Summary

Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
Responsible for completion of required documentation.
Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

Regular scheduled attendance (7/7 schedule - 12 hour shifts)

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay Scale

Based upon flight and EMS experience.

STEP A: $82,900
STEP B: $86,216
STEP C: $89,665
STEP D: $93,251

*ACCRA (Geo-Mod) is not included into base salary*

Ex. Step A: 82,900 x 1.4 (ACCRA) = 116,060

Education & Experience

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's degree preferred

Operation and Safety Requirements:

As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old.

Skills

Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months

Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Program:

2500 total flight hours with minimum of 2000 flight hours in category
1000 hours PIC in category
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
500 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
100 hours unaided night as PIC (50 hours of unaided can be substituted for by 100 hours of NVG time, but cannot be reduced below 50 hours of unaided time)
75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50 hours which were in flight in an aircraft including 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category

ALNW Requirements:

2500 total helicopter time
1000 hours PIC in category
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
200 hours night, aided or unaided
100 hours instrument preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft)(ATP rating in category meets this requirement)
Fixed wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft
Commercial single-engine land is required for single-engine aircraft
First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.

Internal Bidding Ends: 7/8/2026

Minimum pay

USD $82,900.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay

USD $93,251.00/Yr.

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Air Methods

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