Chief Helicopter Pilot
tel staffing hrSalem (VA)
About the role
Helicopter PilotsTEL Staffing is hiring entry level helicopter pilots for an employee-owned company, based out of Salem, VA. This company performs both spray and utility operation and conducts a variety of operations ranging from forestry spraying to firefighting/charters. Ideal candidates range from newly certified commercial pilots to experienced longline/utility pilots. We offer both contract (experienced pilots) and full-time year-round employment. Our aircraft consist of the Bell 205, 206B/L, 407 and Hiller UH-12ET (Soloy). Turn key pilots that are cardable for interagency firefighting and can go to work as soon as they are hired.
Required skills and experience:
- Agricultural background
- Truck driver - CDL preferred or ability to get CDL prior to start date
- Mountain flight time 5,000 or higher
Flight experience that would require multiple off airport/unimproved landing sites, such as Ag, HEMS, Fire.
Powerline inspections
Powerline construction
Longline experience
Experience in aerial application experience
Some listed items are negotiable and can be discussed, with the right skillset and experience.
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