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IFR Helicopter Pilot (EC135 Captain)

STS Technical Services

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Palestine, Texas

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/08/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

STS Technical Services is hiring IFR Pilots to serve as EC135 Captains in Palestine, Texas. This is an opportunity to join a life-saving aviation team supporting air medical transport operations with a strong focus on safety, precision and operational excellence.

Qualified pilots will fly critical care missions under CAMTS guidelines while operating in SPIFR and NVG environments. This role includes a sign-on bonus up to $50,000, off-duty housing and a 7&7 schedule.

Position Overview

The IFR Pilot EC135 Captain will perform line pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual while safely conducting day and night air medical missions. This role supports 24-hour operations with rotating day and night shifts and requires professionalism, sound judgment and a commitment to patient, crew and community safety.

About the Operation

Air medical transport operations under CAMTS guidelines

Aircraft:

EC135

SPIFR / NVG operations

Instrument rating required

24-hour operations with rotating day and night shifts

Strong safety culture focused on operational excellence

Key Responsibilities

Perform line pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual

Safely conduct day and night air medical missions

Assist with loading and unloading patients and medical equipment as required

Support Safety Management System initiatives and safety campaigns

Participate in community outreach programs

Provide professional and courteous service to internal and external customers

Compensation and Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

Competitive base compensation

Shift bonuses and shift incentives

Annual safety bonus

Annual employee bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Off-duty housing provided

Minimum Qualifications

Commercial Helicopter Rating

Instrument Helicopter Rating

First Class Medical Certificate

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated internal and external customer service skills

Must meet flight personnel weight restriction of 235 lbs. or less

CAMTS Minimum Flight Time Requirements

2,000 total flight hours

1,500 helicopter hours

1,000 PIC helicopter hours

500 turbine helicopter hours

100 hours unaided night or 50 hours unaided night plus 100 hours NVG

75 hours instrument time, actual and hood

Screening Requirements

Candidates must be able to pass:

Pre-placement physical and functional capacity exam, including lifting up to 100 lbs.

Drug screening and background check

Interview and acceptance by management

Annual flu vaccine is not required.

Schedule and Location Requirements

Location:

Palestine, Texas

Schedule:

7&7

Day of week the base changes schedules, and schedule change may be required

Off-duty housing provided

Core Values

Safety:

Zero incidents is the only acceptable outcome

Efficiency:

Responsible and effective use of resources

Quality:

Reliable, high-performance outcomes

Service:

Commitment to patients, communities and teammates

Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading organizations across aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing and industrial sectors. Our recruiting teams connect skilled aviation professionals with opportunities that support mission-critical operations across the United States.

If you are an experienced IFR Pilot ready to support air medical operations as an EC135 Captain in Palestine, Texas, apply today.

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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