Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures. Responsibilities Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner. Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight. Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment. Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems. Responsible for completion of required documentation. Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards. Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Job Requirements. Regular scheduled attendance. 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts). Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position. Pay Scale Based upon flight and EMS experience. STEP A: $82,900 STEP B: $86,216 STEP C: $89,665 STEP D: $93,251 Education & Experience. Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred. Operation and Safety Requirements:As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old. Skills. Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment. Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months. Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Program:2500 total flight hours with minimum of 2000 flight hours in category .000 hours PIC in category .00 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night 500 hours of turbine time 100 hours night flight time 100 hours of flight in actual instrument conditions in category. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations. Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft)(ATP rating in category meets this requirement)Fixed wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft. Commercial single-engine land is required for single-engine aircraft. First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required. Internal Bidding Ends: 4/28/2026 Minimum pay USD $82,900.00/ Yr. Maximum Pay USD $93,251.00/ Hr. Benefits For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.