Pathfinder Aviation is seeking a motivated individual for utility operations in Alaska for the 2025 field season.  Multiple positions are open for:

AS350 Precision Longline Pilot:  Pathfinder has several diamond drill contracts for the 2025 season.  Pilots work a variety of schedules based on company and customer needs.  Previous experience with heli ski, precision longline and/or diamond drill work is preferred.  

B212HP/Eagle 212 Single Utility/Fire pilot:  State and Federal contracts in Alaska. Contract pilots will work a 12/2 schedule for the duration of the contract with the option for several longer time off periods depending on relief pilot availability.  Applicant must be previously carded or cardable in Bell 212HP and/or Eagle 212 Single (Bell 205/UH1 time is applicable for Eagle Single contracts).  Experience in AS350 series aircraft a major plus for off season work/full time employment.

Job Highlights:

• Paid travel from home to work location is provided
• Extensive training for each contract
• Most AS350 customers prefer a rotating schedule for pilots
• Competitive pay 

Minimum:

• 2000 hours PIC Helicopter
• 50 hours in type (100 hours in B205/UH1/Eagle Single if applying for Eagle Single Position)
• 25 hours in type in the last 12 months
• 100 hours helicopter in the last 12 months
• 100 hours longline/VR for AS350 positions
• 25 hours longline/VR for Bell medium positions
• All part 135 experience minimums met
• Cardable/Previously Carded in B212/Eagle 212 Single for fire positions

Preferred:

• 3000 hours PIC Helicopter
• 300 hours in type
• 200 hours Longline/VR
• Carded in both AS350 and Bell 212/Eagle 212 Single
• Heli Ski experience in AS350
• One season of Alaska utility experience

Email resumes to: employment@pathfinderaviation.com