Job Description

Helicopter Pilot – HAA - Lakeport, CA 

Pilots get more with GMR Companies in 2025!

• Competitive starting salaries from $117,475 -$126,787
• 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 

We’re hiring a Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our AS350/H125/H130. 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 REACH’s values and commitment to safety, service, and team professionalism.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Education & Certifications:

• FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate

• FAA Helicopter Instrument Rating

• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

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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 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.

• 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.

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