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Helicopter Pilot

by Air Methods

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Date Posted

November 10, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

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Locations

Murphysboro, Illinois

Application Deadline

December 10, 2026

Description

Overview

As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work-life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!

Location

Murphysboro combines small-town charm, rich local history, and some of Southern Illinois’ most beautiful outdoor scenery. Surrounded by destinations such as Shawnee National Forest, Lake Murphysboro State Park, Kinkaid Lake, and the Little Grand Canyon, the area offers outstanding opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, camping, and exploring the outdoors. Murphysboro also has a strong sense of community, local restaurants and traditions, and year-round recreation that give it an inviting, down-to-earth character. For someone considering calling Murphysboro home, it offers the appeal of a welcoming Southern Illinois community with adventure and natural beauty right outside the door.

Benefits

Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:

  • Health, Dental and Vision
  • Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Legal
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Job Summary

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.

Compensation

  • $20,000 Location Stipend
  • Off Duty Housing Available
  • $15,000 Sign On Bonus

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