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Helicopter Pilot

Location: Fitchburg MA

Industry: Aviation
Occupational Category: Pilot Rotary Wing
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: USD 0

Description: Air Methods seeks a Helicopter Pilot.
Overview

Rotor Wing Pilot - UMASS Memorial Health Life Flight
Fitchburg MA

EMS Air Medical Aircraft: EC135 (VFR)
$10000 Stipend 110% ACCRA and $15000 Sign-on Bonus Available

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. 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!

Living and working in Fitchburg MA is an exciting blend of serene New England charm and dynamic urban accessibility. Nestled in the picturesque hills of North Central Massachusetts Fitchburg offers a vibrant community life rich history and stunning natural beauty. The citys strategic location provides quick access to the bustling hubs of Boston and Worcester where world-class dining cultural events and endless entertainment await. For weekend escapes the breathtaking New England coastline is just a short drive away offering pristine beaches and charming seaside towns. Whether youre exploring Fitchburgs own local art scene hiking its scenic trails or enjoying the excitement of nearby cities and the coast the area offers a perfect mix of tranquility adventure and convenience making it a truly special 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 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts)

Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods 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 successfully qualify for this Rotor Wing Pilot position candidates must effectively perform all essential functions with satisfactory results. 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.

Education and Experience

• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school alongside two to five years of related flight experience and training or a suitable combination of education and experience.
• A Bachelors degree is highly preferred showcasing a commitment to education and professionalism in aviation.

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

• Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the previous 24 months
• Foster and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues EMS representatives hospitals and the public contributing to a welcoming and professional work environment.

Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program - Minimum Required Flight Times:
• 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 (simulator time does not count) (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).

Certificates Licenses Registrations

• Commercial and Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft)
• ATP rating in category meets this requirement
• First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.

Internal Bidding Ends: 5/18/2026

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment random reasonable cause/suspicion post-accident).

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 contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

This position will be open and posted until filled with a minimum posting period of three days.

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Benefits:

• Air Methods provides top-tier employee compensation benefits and a relaxed, team-oriented work environment, including:

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Date Posted: 2026-8-5

Please Apply by: 2026-8-21