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Temporary Helicopter Check Airman - Part 135 - EC130/135 VFRDenver BasedAIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE! Be a part of something bigger and join a team where your passion makes a real difference! Discover personal fulfillment and growth with us. As leaders in the industry, we welcome exceptional pilots to partner with us in serving communities nationwide with top-tier air medical transport resources. Elevate your career with a supportive 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts) work-life balance, where your safety and well-being are paramount, and your contribution truly matters in making a lasting impact on the lives we care for year-round.Job Summary: Company instructor who performs an oversight, safety and qualification role for Helicopter pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a flight simulator. May be homebased with travel on a 7/7 schedule.ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and other procedures and policies as described in the General Operations ManualInitial and Recurrent training (ground and flight)Transition, differences and ROC (restricted operations checks) ground and flight trainingWill correct and report out-of-compliance issues immediately. When unable to be corrected immediately, the CA will coordinate with the ACP and Regional Aviation or Maintenance Director as appropriate to ensure the problem is correctedAssist in the development and implementation of flight and ground training schedulesEnsure that standardized training and checking procedures, provided by the certificate are adhered toAssist the CP and ACP in all pilot record keeping requirements in accordance with applicable FARs and policiesSubmit required reports in a timely mannerExpected to operate advanced aviation training devices and operate full motion simulators as requiredAssist the CP in the development of the aircraft checklist and Air Methods' Pilot Training ProgramsWill assist in development and conduct (as appropriate): Basic Indoctrination Training, initial and recurrent ground training, initial and recurrent flight training, instrument training (ground and flight), and night vision goggle (NVG) training (ground and flight)Other duties as assignedAdditional Job RequirementsRegular scheduled attendanceIndicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 10%Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.Education & Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Bachelor's degree preferred Recommendation from a current Air Methods Flight Instructor or Check Airman preferred Previous Instructor/Check Airman experience ATP rating in aircraft category preferred Commercial/Instrument rating required Must meet total flight hour requirementsSkills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to implement training programs (initial and recurrent training) Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all levelsComputer Skills Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and OutlookCertificates, Licenses, Registrations CFI / CFII (Rotor wing) or willingness to obtain within one yearThis position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).Minimum