Job Description

Lead Pilot (SPIFR) – HAA - Santa Rosa, CA

*Multi-Mission/ Fire Base - Located in beautiful wine country!! 

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Competitive starting salaries from $115,172- $126,689 (DOE) 

Lead Pilot Stipend adds another 5K

Multi- Responsibility Stipend adds another 5K

IFR Allowance adds another 5K

15K Sign-On Bonus after training!

40K Retention Bonus after 36 Months in the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan

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
• Meet US Forest Service carding requirements:
• 100 flight hours in the previous 12 months
• 50 hours in the EC-135
• 200 hours mountain time (as defined by AIM)

Pilot Incentives:

• Hourly position
• 35% geographical modifier to base pay
• $5,000 IFR Stipend
• $5,000 Lead Pilot 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  . 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 $115,172- $126,689 
• (DOE) including 35% geo modifier

Check out our careers site  benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.

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