AS350/B212HP/Eagle 212 Single - Utility/Fire Pilot - Anchorage, Alaska

Company/Organization: Pathfinder Aviation

Position: Pilot-Rotary Wing

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 1/29/2026 4:35:17 PM

Description:

Pathfinder Aviation is seeking a motivated individual for utility operations in Alaska for the 2026 field season.  Multiple positions are open for:

AS350 Precision Longline Pilot:  Pathfinder has several diamond drill contracts for the 2026 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/AS350 Utility/Fire pilot:  Contract pilots will provide relief for state and federal exclusive use contracts in Alaska.   12/2 Schedule for the duration of the contract with the option for several longer time off periods depending on pilot availability.  Applicant must be previously carded or cardable in AS350 series, Bell 212HP and/or Eagle 212 Single (Bell 205/204/UH1 time is applicable for Eagle Single contracts).  

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 

Requirements:

Minimum:

• 2000 hours PIC Helicopter
• 100 hours in type 
• 25 hours in type in the last 12 months
• 100 hours helicopter in the last 12 months
• 100 hours longline/VR for Precision AS350 positions
• 25 hours longline/VR for fire positions
• All part 135 experience minimums met
• Cardable/Previously Carded in AS350/B212HP/Eagle 212 Single for fire positions

Preferred:

• 3000 hours PIC Helicopter
• 300 hours in type
• 200 hours Longline/VR
• Heli Ski experience in AS350
• One season of Alaska utility experience

Apply through JSfirm or Email resumes to: employment@pathfinderaviation.com

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