Helius LLC is currently accepting resumes for a Bell 407 Utility Patrol and External Load Pilots in support of our powerline operations in Central and Northern CA. Helius, LLC operates a fleet of Bell 407’s and MD-530F helicopters performing power line utility construction, maintenance, and patrol under 14 CFR 133, 135, and 137. Helius LLC takes pride in employing the most talented team in the industry, with our primary focus being the safety of our pilots, crew, passengers, and customers.
Helius LLC pilots enjoy full housing on hitch (no hotel living) with full kitchen, cooking amenities, and their own assigned room. Company vehicles are provided for their convenience. Opportunities for advancement into external load, HEC, and construction programs are available for the right candidate.
Benefits:
- Yearly FR clothing stipend
- 401(K) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Long and Short Term Disability
Primary Work Location:
- Oakdale, CA. Ability to reliably commute (travel stipend offered) or plan to relocate
Work rotation:
- 14/14 or 21/21 depending on contract/staffing requirements
Compensation:
- Yearly salary commensurate with experience + daily rate
Applicants must meet the following MINIMUM requirements to be considered:
- FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter w/Instrument Rating or FAA ATP Rotorcraft Helicopter
- FAA Second Class Medical
- Total Helicopter PIC = 1500hrs
- Cross County = 100hrs
- Night Cross Country =25hrs
- Must have experience (at least 50hrs) in AT LEAST 1 of the following airframes:
- No accidents/incidents/violations/FAA enforcements
- Must have good organization and communication skills
- Must be a self starter and be able to work independently
Please do not apply if you do not meet the minimum requirements.
Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
- Total Helicopter PIC = 3000hrs
- Bell 407/206/= 500hrs
- Precision External Load = 100hrs
- Previous FAR 135 Experience
- Previous Experience in Wire Environment
- Experience in MD-500/530 Highly Preferred
- PG&E Wire Experience Highly Preferred
Part 133 External Load Pilots applicants must meet the following MINIMUM requirements to be considered:
- FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter w/Instrument Rating or FAA ATP Rotorcraft Helicopter
- FAA Second Class Medical
- Total Helicopter PIC = 2500hrs
- Turbine = 500hrs
- Cross County = 100hrs
- Night Cross Country = 25hrs
- Class B External Load = 50hrs
- Precision Class B External Load = 25hrs
- Must have experience (at least 50hrs) in AT LEAST 1 of the following airframes:
- Proficient w/ lengths 75/100/150/175 long line
- No accidents/incidents/violations/FAA enforcement
- Must have good organization and communication skills
- Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently
Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
- Total Helicopter PIC = 4000hrs
- Bell 407/MD530 = 500hrs
- H.E.C = 100hrs
- Precision Powerline Construction = 100hrs
- Bell UH-1/205/212 Precision External Load
- Previous FAR 135 Experience
- PG&E Wire Experience Highly Preferred
