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Bell 407 (VFR)
$25,000 Stipend
Off Duty Housing
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus
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 air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance, 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts). 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 Garden City, Kansas, holds its uniqueness in the heart of the Great Plains, offering a captivating blend of cultural diversity, rich history, and agricultural significance. Known as the "Wheat Capital of the World," this vibrant city thrives as an agricultural hub, contributing significantly to the nations food production. Beyond its agricultural prowess, Garden City embraces diversity, with a strong community representing various cultures, adding a tapestry of traditions and perspectives. The city celebrates this diversity through events, cuisine, and a welcoming atmosphere that fosters unity among its residents. Its historical heritage, including the Santa Fe Trail and the Lee Richardson Zoo, adds depth to its charm, providing glimpses into its past while evolving into a modern hub for commerce and culture. Garden Citys blend of agricultural prominence, cultural diversity, and historical significance makes it a special gem within the heart of the American Midwest.
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
Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program:
• 2000 total flight hours with minimum of 1500 flight hours in category.
• 1000 hours PIC in category.
• 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time.
• 200 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).
• 50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (for a RW candidate who is FW rated, 100 hours or greater of FW actual or hood Instrument time can reduce the RW required instrument time to 25 hours).
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.