What are the responsibilities and job description for the B407/AS350 - Fire/Utility Pilot position at Hillsboro Aviation?
About Hillsboro Aviation
Founded in 1980, Hillsboro Aviation offers complete helicopter and airplane services comprised of five divisions: contract & charter, aircraft sales & management, service center, FBO, and parts sales. Serving domestic and international markets in the government, commercial, and private sectors, we have over 85 employees and 10 turbine aircraft. We operate out of our award-winning headquarters at the Portland-Hillsboro Airport (KHIO).
Our Vision
We believe in the power of a personal approach. We passionately purvey the notion of flight, a dream demanding creativity, persistence, resilience, and intent. We strive to foster a legacy of innovative thought, leadership, mentorship, service, and sustainability. We are dedicated to providing opportunity and growth for our team, our customers, and our community by providing extraordinary and memorable experiences in the air and on the ground.
The Position
Hillsboro Aviation’s contract & charter division provides services to the United States Forest Service (USFS), the Department of Interior (DOI), FEMA, large national utility (powerline & infrastructure), and high-tech companies as well as smaller companies and individuals. Our missions include search and rescue, short-haul (human external cargo, natural disaster relief, construction support, aerial firefighting, natural resource surveys, film/photo/news, and heli-skiing. Our fleet is comprised of Airbus H145D3, Bell 205 A-1 , Bell 407, Bell 407HP, and Airbus AS350B3e.
As a B407/AS350 Utility Pilot, you will work closely with the Contract & Charter: R/W team to organize and manage daily requirements of their assigned contract. You will report to the Chief Pilot and will be responsible for the following, including but not limited to:
- Organize and manage daily requirements of the contract
- Mission preparation and execution, including accurate and timely reporting of operationally related information
- Represent Hillsboro Aviation in a professional manner
- Interact with clients in a courteous manner
Ideal candidates are engaging, energetic, and driven; can work independently within his/her areas of responsibilities under limited supervision; value a strong work ethic and optimistic attitude; maintain a critical eye for detail and organization; are excited to represent Hillsboro Aviation in front of key customers, including foreign governments, community leaders, and business partners.
Job Responsibilities
- Organize and manage daily requirements of the contract
- Represent Hillsboro Aviation in a professional manner
- Interact with clients in a courteous manner
- Mission preparation and execution, including accurate and timely reporting of operationally related information
- Provide services to the USFS, DOI, DOD, FEMA, large national utility and high-tech companies, as well as smaller companies and individuals
- Missions range from Search and Rescue, Short Haul (Human External Cargo), Natural Disaster Relief, Construction Support, Firefighting, Natural Resource Surveys, Film/Photo/News flights to Heli-skiing.
Qualifications/Licenses
- COM or ATP certificate with Rotorcraft Helicopter Rating
- Current Medical Class 1 or 2
- Driver’s License
- Passport (for OPS crossing into Canada or relocations to Alaska)
- Ability to work legally in the US
Required Skills/Experience
- Meet the requirement for FAR Part 135
- 1500 hours helicopter PIC
- 50 hours PIC must be in make/model
- 100 hours helicopter PIC time in the past 12 months
- 200 hours mountain flying experience
Preferred Skills/Experience
- Previous vertical reference experience (longline)
- Firefighting and/or utility experience
- Current interagency card
- PSD and/or Torch qualification
- Experience in other make/models of helicopters that we operate
- Instrument rating
- Restricted radio station license
- Deep-snow landing and cold weather experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 401K
Hillsboro Aviation’s growth and sustainability is rooted in its commitment to attracting a diverse set of talent from around the world. To that end, we encourage qualified individuals from all walks of life to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
This job will remain open until filled. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.
