Southwest Heliservices — Mesa, AZ, US
Estimated salary for Commercial Pilots (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $84,540–$190,440 per year, median $123,220. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
About the RoleSouthwest HeliServices is seeking an experienced helicopter pilot with proven long line experience to join our team based out of Mesa, AZ. This role combines high-skill utility flying with a strong customer-facing component — you’ll be the face of our operation as much as the hands on the controls. We’re looking for a pilot who flies with precision and represents the company with professionalism on every job site.
What You’ll DoPerform precision long-line operations (external load work) for construction, utility,and/or specialty lift missionsConduct thorough pre-flight planning, load calculations, and risk assessments foreach missionCommunicate directly and confidently with clients, ground crews, and sitesupervisorsMaintain aircraft airworthiness documentation and coordinate with maintenanceUphold company safety culture and FAA Part 133 (external load) / Part 135compliance as applicableRepresent Southwest HeliServices professionally in all customer interactions
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