Senior Helicopter Pilot

1w1 week ago

Salt River Project

Phoenix, US · Full-time · $140,000 – $180,000

About this role

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S., providing electricity to one million customers in the Phoenix area. A Senior Helicopter Pilot delivers expert rotor-wing flight operations, piloting SRP helicopters while handling non-flying duties for the flight department's success. The role requires extensive experience in helicopter operations and quick learning of new aviation skills.

Pilots serve as Pilot-In-Command for a fleet of multi-engine helicopters including Bell 429, Bell 212, and Bell 412. Daily missions cover powerline patrol, construction, wildlife surveys, water measurement, snow surveys, communication site support, crew hauls, Lidar mapping, watershed tours, corporate transport, and external loads. Operations occur in the complex Phoenix metro airspace and remote Arizona mountain and desert sites.

Perform takeoffs and landings from urban helipads, pinnacles, confined areas, floating helipads, and unprepared zones. Handle high-density altitudes, brown out/white out conditions, day/night flights, and Night Vision Goggles operations. Ground handle, load, and refuel helicopters as needed.

Train non-flight department SRP employees in helicopter flight safety and crew resource management. SRP fosters an inclusive environment with diverse teams delivering reliable, affordable, sustainable water and power. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits enhancing health, happiness, and safety.

Non-flying tasks support the flight department manager's goals. SRP ranks as an industry leader in customer service by J.D. Power and one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. Opportunities include tuition assistance, wellness programs, and employee resource groups for career development.

Requirements

Extensive experience and knowledge in helicopter operations
Ability to serve as Pilot-In-Command on multi-engine rotorcraft
Proficiency in complex airspace navigation including Phoenix metro area
Expertise in operations from pinnacles, confined areas, and unprepared landing zones
Experience handling high-density altitudes and brown out/white out conditions
Qualified for day, night, and Night Vision Goggles (NVG) flights
Capacity to quickly learn new aviation skills
Knowledge of diverse utility missions like powerline patrol and external loads

Responsibilities

Serve as highly competent Pilot-In-Command (PIC) for SRP’s fleet of Bell 429, Bell 212, Bell 412 helicopters
Fly diverse missions such as powerline patrol, construction, wildlife surveys, water measurement, snow surveys, communication site support, crew hauls, Lidar mapping, watershed tours, corporate/VIP transport, and external loads
Operate in complex Phoenix metro airspace and remote mountain and desert sites across Arizona
Perform takeoffs and landings from urban helipads, pinnacles, confined areas, floating helipads, and unprepared landing zones
Handle high-density altitudes, brown out/white out conditions, day, night, and Night Vision Goggles (NVG) operations
Train non-flight department SRP employees in helicopter flight safety and crew resource management
Ground handle, load, and refuel helicopters as needed
Perform non-flying tasks assigned by the flight department manager

Benefits

Pension Plan at no cost to the employee
401(k) plan with employer matching
Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available first day
Over 200+ hours of PTO including vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave
Parental leave up to 4 weeks and adoption assistance
Wellness programs including access to recreation and fitness facility
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate programs