Helicopter Pilot SPIFR at REACH Medical Holdings summary:

The Helicopter Pilot SPIFR operates rotor-wing aircraft to provide high-quality, customer-oriented air medical transport services safely and efficiently. This role requires extensive flight experience, certifications, and excellent communication skills to support EMS missions and collaborate with flight and ground teams. The position involves adherence to aviation protocols, physical fitness requirements, and clearance for work on a US Military Installation.

Helicopter Pilot - HAA (SPIFR) Fort Hunter Liggett , CA

Pilots get more with GMR Companies in 2025!

• Competitive starting salaries from $128,703.56 - $141,073 DOE
• 15K Sign-On Bonus after training!
• 40K Retention Bonus after 36 Months in the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan
• Housing available at this location
• Preferred consideration and transfer opportunities to over 350 rotor locations, coast to coast, across Global Medical Response.

The Pilot provides customer-oriented, high-quality air medical transport services in a safe and efficient manner. This role requires proactive teamwork both in flight and during ground operations, utilizing strong communication and technical skills to support the company’s mission of being a top provider in the EMS industry.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Flight Experience:

  • 2,000 total helicopter flight hours.

  • 1,000 PIC helicopter flight hours.

  • 500 hours cumulative night flight experience.

  • 100 hours cumulative IFR experience.

• Certifications:

  • Commercial Instrument Helicopter Rating.

  • Current Class II Medical Certificate.

  • ATP rating preferred.

• Aircraft Experience:

  • 250 hours total in Airbus EC-135, H145, or UH-72 (required).

  • NVG experience preferred.

• Other Requirements:

  • Maximum duty weight (body weight + gear, excluding helmet): 230 lbs.

Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

• Ability to remain composed and accurate under pressure with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting demands.

• Professional appearance and demeanor as a REACH flight team member.

• Positive team attitude with flight crew, maintenance, and communication staff.

• Capacity to work independently and manage stress effectively.

• Continuous knowledge of aviation SOPs and company processes.

Value-Based Competencies

• Effective, clear, and professional communication.

• Demonstrates a team-oriented mindset.

• Provides and receives constructive feedback.

• Receptive, responsive, and realistic.

• Maintains familiarity with REACH policies, procedures, and SOPs.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate standing, sitting, and walking.

• Moderate to rigorous pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting.

• Ability to lift 75 lbs from floor to bench height.

• Ability to hear standard aircraft sounds.

• Maintain duty weight under 230 lbs for rotor-wing operations.

• Must be able to wear a commercially available respirator with proper fit, if required.

• Meets close and distant visual requirements (Class II Aviation Medical).

• Capable of multitasking and typing.

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION!

This base is positioned on and provides service to a US Military Installation. In addition to the standard REACH background check or REACH DOT background check, all hires for this role will be required to complete and clear additional US Government background checks, including, but not limited to:

• DOD Tier 1 background check and CAC clearance
• CBC, including digital and/or ink fingerprints

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helicopter pilot, SPIFR, air medical transport, rotor-wing operations, instrument flight rules, aviation safety, emergency medical services, flight experience, aviation certifications, customer service