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STS Technical Services is hiring a VFR Helicopter Pilot for a Lead Assignment to support air medical operations based in Kirbyville, Texas. This role combines hands on flying with leadership responsibility, placing you at the center of emergency medical response while guiding and developing base pilots in a safety first environment.
This position is built for experienced VFR pilots who lead by example, operate with discipline, and take ownership of both mission execution and team performance. Off duty housing is provided.
Position Overview
The VFR Helicopter Pilot (Lead Assignment) supports air medical transport missions under CAMTS guidelines while serving as the primary pilot leader at the base. In addition to line pilot duties, this role oversees pilot performance, scheduling, training coordination, and operational communication in alignment with company procedures and FAA regulations.
About the Operation
- Air medical transport operating under CAMTS guidelines
- Aircraft type: Bell 407
- VFR and NVG operations
- Instrument rating required
- Twenty four hour operations with rotating day and night shifts
- Strong safety culture focused on operational excellence
- Off duty housing provided
Lead Pilot Responsibilities
- Supervise and develop base pilots under the guidance of the Air Medical Base Supervisor, Area Operations Manager, and Director of Operations
- Ensure pilots maintain the knowledge and skill required to operate assigned aircraft in accordance with the General Operations Manual and FAA regulations
- Coordinate business planning, marketing efforts, and operational efficiency for the EMS base
- Conduct professional development, performance assessments, counseling, and recommend disciplinary action as required
- Manage pilot scheduling, occupational health compliance, safety training, and recurrent training coordination
- Oversee monthly schedule creation, shift coverage, and timely communication with management
- Approve base pilot bonus and expense vouchers and audit routine base bills
- Maintain compliance with FAA regulations and company policies
- Communicate aircraft operational status to Area and Maintenance Managers and the Scheduling Department
- Participate in safety meetings and support flight safety initiatives
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform line pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual
- Safely conduct day and night air medical missions
- Assist with patient and medical equipment loading and unloading as required
- Participate in community outreach programs
- Support Safety Management System initiatives, Destination Zero, and other safety campaigns
- Deliver professional and courteous service to internal and external customers
Compensation & Benefits
- Sign on bonus up to $100,000
- Competitive base compensation
- Shift bonuses and shift incentives
- Annual safety bonus
- Annual employee bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Off duty housing provided
Minimum Qualifications
- Commercial Helicopter Rating
- Instrument Helicopter Rating
- First Class Medical Certificate
- Meet CAMTS minimum flight time requirements:
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- 2,000 total flight hours
- 1,500 helicopter hours
- 1,000 hours PIC helicopter
- 500 turbine helicopter hours
- 100 hours unaided night operations or
- 50 hours unaided night and 100 hours NVG
NVG qualified or eligible
Body weight not to exceed 235 pounds
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated internal and external customer service skills
Pre Employment Requirements
- Ability to pass a pre placement physical and functional capacity exam including lifting up to 100 pounds
- Drug screening and background check
- Interview and acceptance by PHI management
- Annual flu vaccine not required
- Schedule & Location Requirements
- Seven days on and seven days off rotation
- Schedule rotation may be required
- Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance while on rotation
- Off duty housing provided
Core Values
- Safety with zero incidents as the only acceptable outcome
- Efficiency through responsible and effective use of resources
- Quality through reliable, high performance execution
- Service to patients, communities, and teammates
About STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is a leading provider of workforce solutions across aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial markets. We connect highly skilled professionals with mission critical roles that make a real difference.
STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status.
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