Pilot, VFR Lead Assignment - Columbus, TX - Sign on Bonus up to 75,000 effective through 4/30/2024

Pilot, VFR Lead Assignment - Columbus, TX - Sign on Bonus up to $75,000

JOB SUMMARY

• PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines)
• BH407 VFR/NVG (Instrument rating required)
• 24 Hrs. operations (day/night rotation)
• If successful applicant requires aircraft transition - 1 year minimum service requirement per CBA
• Relocation package is available - If relocation package is utilized - 2 year minimum service requirement per CBA
• Housing will not be provided
• If successful applicant for Lead Pilot position is assigned to the Columbus, TX base - job posting will revert to Line Pilot position

SCHEDULE/LOCATION

• 7 & 7
• Candidates must live within a one-hour drive or sixty (60) miles from the base (whichever is greater) of the candidates residence.

• Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings
• First Class Medical
• CAMTS Requirement // 2,000 Total Hours // 1,500 Hours Helicopter // 1,000 Hours PIC Helicopters // 500 Hours Turbine Helicopters // 100 Hours in Unaided Night Operations or 50 Hours Unaided and 100 Hours Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
• Helicopter candidates must meet 250 pounds body weight for single and twin engine helicopter.
• BH407 Qualified & Current Preferred
• 2 Years EMS Experience Preferred // 100 Hours Mountain Time Preferred // 150 Hours Night Time or 10 Hours Night Time in Past 36 Months Preferred // Night Vision Goggles Experience Preferred // 200 Hours in Type Preferred // 100 Hours Instrument Time or 10 Hours Instrument Time in Past 36 Months Preferred
• Strong Communication, Internal and External Customer Service Skills
• Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen.

OTHER

• External search may run concurrently with internal job posting.
• Successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies.
• Some lifting will be required to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment.
• Perform line pilot duties IAW GOM.
• Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns.
• Work with both internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service.

LEAD PILOT DUTIES

• Under the supervision of Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager, Area Operations Manager and general direction of the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and the Manager of the Scheduling Department, insure a staff of pilots are maintained with the knowledge and skill required to operate the various types of aircraft at that base I.A.W. General Operations Manual (GOM) and FAA regulations.
• Coordinates with Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager and Area Manager for business planning, marketing and efficient operation of EMS base.
• Supervision of EMS base pilots to include, professional development, assessments, counseling and recommending disciplinary action as required.
• Responsible to work with Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager for scheduling base pilots' occupational health compliance, safety training and assisting the Training Dept in the scheduling of recurrent training.
• Per base scheduling duties to include monthly schedule, workover assignments and status, sick call,/vacation/open shift coverage, to include collaboration with other lead pilots, if necessary to cover open shifts.
• If off duty and unavailable, the lead pilot will assure that open shifts are covered by a responsible party.
• Timely distribution of monthly schedule to appropriate departments including timely updates regarding changes to Area Manager and appropriate offices/supervisors.
• Responsible to work with Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager for base pilots' bonus /expense vouchers approvals for payment.
• Audits routine base bills and processes for payment. Per other duties that may be assigned to them by the Air Medical Base Supervisor/Business Operations Manager and Area Operations Manager.
• Ensure that all paperwork and reports are neat, accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Regulations and Company Policies and Procedures by all personnel under their supervision.
• Keeps the Area and Maintenance Managers and Scheduling Dept informed of the operational status of his/her aircraft.
• Participate in safety meetings and assist the base safety representatives in insuring flight safety, maintain a safe workplace and safety audits.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Safety - Taking responsibility to put the tools and processes in place that will ensure your own safety and the safety of those around you. The key components of Safety are: System (SMS), Risk Management, Safety Assurance, Personal Responsibility, Discipline, Compliance (Integrity), and Capacity for Collective Action.
• Efficiency - Ability to maximize the benefits and profits, while minimizing effort and expenditure. The key components of Efficiency are: Process Efficiency, Organizational Efficiency, Resource Allocation & Maximization, Measurement and Accountability, and Organizational Transparency
• Quality - Meeting the customers' needs and conditions for success over the long term and to the greatest extent possible. The key components of Quality are: Leadership Position, Technology, Technical Proficiency, Measurement and Accountability, and Innovation.
• Customer Service - Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement. The key components of Customer Service are: Communication, Consistency, Accessibility, Reliability, and Maintaining an Honest, Respectful and Professional Relationship.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Conflict Management – Can recognize that conflict can be a valuable part of the decision-making process.
• Mission Focus – Understands and supports the organization's mission – its core purpose of being.
• Positive Impact – Can make positive impressions on those around you.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making – Can identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment.
• Team Player – Can identify with a larger organizational team and their role within it.