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Located in Lakeport, CA

Job Description:

Helicopter Pilot HAA - Lakeport, CA

Pilots get more with GMR Companies in 2025!

• Competitive starting salaries from $117,475 -$126,787 including 35% Geo Modifier
• 15K Sign-On Bonus upon completion of new hire pilot training
• 40K Retention Bonus after 36 Months in the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan
• Off-Duty Housing is provided

Were hiring a Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our AS350/H125. Scheduled shifts run seven days on / seven days off, 12hr 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 that are committed to high safety standards for the crew and our customers. Essential Functions/Duties: Coordinates and communicates effectively with dispatch, medical crew, and ground contacts to ensure seamless transport operations.
Operates the aircraft in accordance with Rotorcraft Flight Manual guidelines and company standards, prioritizing safety and regulatory compliance.
Monitors current and forecasted weather conditions and ensures proper flight planning.
Conducts pre-flight inspections before each shift and/or flight using the appropriate Rotorcraft Flight Manual. Records any discrepancies in the engineering log and notifies maintenance for corrective actions.
Reports aircraft damage, malfunctions, or personnel injuries to Communications Center as soon as possible.
Performs routine housekeeping duties in the hangar and crew quarters in coordination with medical and maintenance staff.
Participates in cleaning and upkeep of the aircraft, including wash and wax duties.
Completes required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, including flight logs and reports.
Upholds REACHs values and commitment to safety, service, and team professionalism.
Performs other duties as assigned.
________________________________________ Education & Certifications:
FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate
FAA Helicopter Instrument Rating
Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
High School Diploma or Equivalent ________________________________________ Experience: 2,000 helicopter flight hours
1,000 helicopter PIC hours
1,000 turbine hours
Min. 200 helicopter night flight hours (aided and/or unaided)
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Pilot Incentives:
Hourly position
35% geographical modifier to base pay
$15,000 sign-on bonus (1-year commitment)
40K Retention Bonus after 36 Months in the GMR Pilot Retention Bonus Plan
24-hour pilot housing provided
7-on7-off schedule
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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 include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment
Required to work near moving mechanical parts and in various weather conditions
Frequently exposed to bloodborne pathogens, airborne particles, and in-flight vibrations
Noise levels require wearing a headset
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Mental Requirements:
Ability to make sound, time-sensitive decisions under pressure
Follows oral and written procedures precisely
Adapts to irregular work schedules and dynamic operational demands

Why Choose REACH? As a quality air medical transport service, REACH Air Medical Services is one of Global Medical Responses (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.

More Information about this Job:

• Competitive starting salaries from $117,475 -$126,787
• (DOE) including 35% geo modifier

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

Reach Medical Holdings

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Relocation, Gangs, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

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