VFR Lead Helicopter Pilot – Air Medical Transport

Total Aviation Staffing is hiring a VFR Lead Helicopter Pilot for our client, a leading air medical transport provider supporting life-saving missions across the country.This position is based in Livingston, Texas and is ideal for an experienced helicopter pilot who is ready to combine hands-on flying with base-level leadership responsibilities. In this role, you’ll support critical air medical missions while helping lead, schedule, develop, and support the pilot team assigned to the base.If you’re a safety-focused pilot with strong VFR/NVG experience, turbine helicopter time, and the leadership skills to help maintain a high-performing aviation operation, this is a strong opportunity to step into a meaningful lead pilot role.What You’ll Be FlyingThis role supports Bell 407 VFR/NVG operations in a 24-hour air medical environment. An instrument rating is required, and pilots should be comfortable operating in both day and night rotations.Why This Role Stands OutThis is more than a line pilot position. You’ll still fly mission-critical air medical operations, but you’ll also serve as a key leader at the base, helping ensure the pilot team is trained, scheduled, compliant, and ready to operate safely.This opportunity offers:Sign-on bonus up to $75,0007-on / 7-off scheduleOff-duty housing providedRelocation assistance availableCompetitive pay and benefitsShift bonuses and incentivesAnnual safety bonusAnnual employee bonusLeadership opportunity within air medical operationsMission-driven flying with direct impact on patient careKey ResponsibilitiesAs a VFR Lead Helicopter Pilot, you will:Perform line pilot duties in accordance with company operating procedures.Operate aircraft safely and efficiently in support of air medical missions.Help ensure base pilots maintain the knowledge, skills, and readiness required to operate safely and in compliance with FAA regulations and company procedures.Coordinate with base leadership and operations management on planning, staffing, scheduling, and efficient base operations.Supervise base pilots, including professional development, assessments, counseling, and recommendations for corrective action when needed.Support scheduling for occupational health compliance, safety training, recurrent training, open shift coverage, sick calls, vacation coverage, and workover assignments.Ensure monthly schedules are distributed accurately and updated in a timely manner.Assist with pilot bonus and expense voucher approvals.Audit routine base bills and assist with processing for payment.Ensure paperwork, reports, and operational documentation are accurate and submitted on time.Keep operations, maintenance, and scheduling teams informed of aircraft operational status.Participate in safety meetings and support base safety representatives with flight safety, workplace safety, and safety audits.Support the company’s Safety Management System and other safety initiatives.Participate in community outreach programs as needed.Assist with loading and unloading patients and equipment when required.Required QualificationsThe successful candidate will have:Commercial Helicopter RatingInstrument Helicopter RatingFirst Class Medical CertificateMinimum 2,000 total flight hoursMinimum 1,500 helicopter hoursMinimum 1,000 PIC helicopter hoursMinimum 500 turbine helicopter hoursMinimum 100 hours unaided night operations or 50 hours unaided night and 100 hours NVGAbility to meet and maintain the company’s flight personnel weight restriction policy of 235 lbs. or lessStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong internal and external customer service skillsStrong leadership, organization, and scheduling skillsAbility to successfully interview with customer and management teamsAbility to pass a pre-placement physical exam, drug screening, and background check