About This Role
GFK Flight Support seeks an experienced Pilatus PC-12 Pilot-In-Command for air ambulance operations based in Sidney, Montana. The PIC will be responsible for safe and efficient transport of crew, patients, and medical equipment using a twin-engine fixed-wing aircraft. The position includes comprehensive training at FlightSafety International, competitive salary with full benefits, and a favorable two-weeks-on/two-weeks-off schedule. Applicants must hold commercial multi-engine certification, instrument rating, and meet FAA Part 135 minimums for IFR operations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Directly responsible for safe and efficient transport of crew members, patients, and other passengers
- Ensure compliance with FAR, AIM, and General Operations Manual procedures
- Function as flight crew member and ensure safety during transport
- Serve as safety officer for specialty teams transporting neonatal patients
- Assist medical crew with equipment movement and patient loading/unloading
- Assess flight conditions and notify crew and dispatch of operational changes
- Identify early warning signs of flight or aircraft condition changes
- Assign tasks to crew members during operational emergencies
- Complete shift hand-off report with incoming PIC
- Conduct thorough aircraft walk-around at shift start
- Conduct safety and operational briefings with medical crew
- Complete and submit required documentation and incident reports
- Maintain competency in assigned airframe
- Participate in company meetings, training, and regulatory checkoffs
- Establish and maintain communication with crew and stakeholders
- Perform other duties as assigned
What We Offer
Hiring salary range: $100,284 to $139,500 annually (experience-based)100% Company Paid Family Health/Dental Plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of North DakotaRetirement Plan with 3% Company MatchTwo-Weeks On/Two-Weeks Off Schedule (One-Week On/One-Week Off also available)Company Provided Crew Housing – Fully Furnished HouseInitial and Recurrent Training/Checking at FlightSafety International in Level-D SimulatorsNo training contract requiredOpportunities to advance within company
Requirements
- Commercial Single-Engine Land (ASEL) certification
- Commercial Multi-Engine Land (AMEL) certification
- Instrument Rating
- Current FAA First or Second-Class Medical Certificate
- Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
- FAA Part 135 Minimum Flight Experience for PIC IFR Operations
- Minimum 50 hours in Pilatus PC-12
Preferred Qualifications
- 2500 total flight hours (2000 in airplane category)
- 1000 hours PIC
- 500+ hours cross-country time
- 100+ hours Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC)
- 100+ hours night flight
- Air Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- Previous air medical transport experience
- Previous simulator training in Pilatus PC-12
- Minimum 3 years related experience
- CAMTS Minimum Standards certification
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Critical thinking and adaptability
About GFK Flight Support
GFK Flight Support, Inc. is a rapidly growing aviation services organization operating aircraft ranging from Cirrus SR22s and Socata TBMs to Pilatus PC-12s and Beechcraft Premier Jets, providing comprehensive aircraft management, charter, pilot services, and air ambulance operations.