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STS Technical Services is hiring a VFR Helicopter Pilot to support air medical operations based in Kirbyville, Texas. This role places pilots at the forefront of emergency medical response, flying critical care missions where safety, professionalism, and precision are non negotiable.
This position is built for experienced VFR pilots who value mission driven work, operate calmly under pressure, and take pride in disciplined, safety first aviation operations. Off duty housing is provided, making this an attractive option for pilots seeking stability and focus while on rotation.
Position Overview
The VFR Helicopter Pilot supports air medical transport missions under CAMTS guidelines. Pilots operate day and night missions and are responsible for the safe execution of all assigned flights while maintaining compliance with company procedures and safety management systems.
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
Key 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
- Support Safety Management System initiatives and company safety campaigns
- Participate in community outreach activities
- 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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