Helicopter Pilot (SPIFR) – HAA - Salinas, CA
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Competitive starting salaries from $124,437 - $131,381 (DOE)
$5K IFR Stipend
15K Sign-On Bonus after training!
40K Retention Bonus after 36 Months in the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan
Off-Duty Housing at this location
We’re hiring an IFR Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our EC135/H135 aircraft. Scheduled shifts run seven days on / seven days off, 12-hour shifts, and service day or night trips. Safety is a key pillar of our services; therefore, all of our pilots work on a quality, professional team committed to high safety standards for both crew and customers.
Essential Functions/Duties:
Operates the aircraft in accordance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and company policies, always prioritizing safety and compliance.
Coordinates effectively with dispatch, medical teams, and ground personnel to ensure seamless transport operations.
Conducts pre-flight inspections, monitors weather conditions, completes flight planning, and ensures aircraft readiness for dispatch.
Maintains aircraft cleanliness and assists in routine housekeeping duties around the base, including the hangar and crew quarters.
Reports aircraft discrepancies, malfunctions, or incidents immediately to the Communications Center and maintenance team.
Participates in aircraft upkeep, including wash and wax responsibilities.
Accurately completes required paperwork, including flight logs and manifests, in a timely manner.
Provides detailed shift change reports and adheres to company protocols for updating the change board.
Embodies the REACH values and maintains a professional demeanor on and off duty.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Certifications:
FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate
FAA Helicopter Instrument Rating (Required)
Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience Requirements:
2,000 helicopter flight hours
1,000 helicopter PIC hours
1,000 turbine hours
Minimum 200 helicopter night flight hours (aided and/or unaided)
Minimum 100 cumulative hours of instrument flight time
Pilot Incentives:
Hourly position
40 geographical modifier to base pay
- $5,000 IFR Stipend
$15,000 sign-on bonus (1-year commitment)
$40K Retention Bonus after 36 months under the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan
24-hour pilot housing provided
7-on / 7-off schedule
Physical Requirements:
230-pound weight limit, including flight gear
Frequently required to sit for extended periods
Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds
Vision requirements: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Must work near moving mechanical parts and in various weather conditions
Frequently exposed to bloodborne pathogens, airborne particles, and in-flight vibrations
Noise levels may require wearing a headset
Mental Requirements:
Ability to make sound, time-sensitive decisions under pressure
Follow oral and written instructions precisely
Adapt to irregular schedules and changing operational needs
Previous Airbus EC135/H135 or similar aircraft experience preferred, but not required.
Why Choose REACH? As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, REACH Air Medical Services is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.
EEO Statement
Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. Pilots
- Competitive starting salaries from $$124,437 - $131,381.
- (DOE) including 40 geo modifier
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