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Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Ridgecrest, CA · On-site

$109K - $119K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will ...

Rural Metro Fire Department

Fixed Wing Pilot

Bishop, CA · On-site

$109 - $120/hr

Company Paid ATP-CTP (If not already completed). * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance ... Pilots are accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing ground and air training.

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Bishop, CA · On-site

$109K - $119K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will ...

Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Redding, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Kings Beach, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Stockton, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Susanville, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Chico, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Truckee, CA · On-site

$104K - $114K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft.

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Guardian Flight

Guardian Fixed Wing Pilot

Bishop, CA · On-site

$109K - $119K/yr

Company Paid ATP-CTP (If not already completed). * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Bishop, CA · On-site

$109K - $119K/yr

Company Paid ATP (If not already completed). * Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance. We're hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will ...

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How much do atp pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for atp pilot in California is $129,202.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,700.00 and $153,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ATP pilot?

An ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) Pilot is a highly trained and certified professional responsible for operating commercial aircraft. They hold the highest level of pilot certification issued by the FAA, qualifying them to serve as a captain for airlines and other commercial operations. ATP Pilots ensure passenger and crew safety by following strict regulations, conducting flight planning, and managing aircraft systems. To become an ATP Pilot, candidates must meet experience thresholds, pass rigorous exams, and complete flight training.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an ATP pilot?

As an ATP Pilot, your day usually involves conducting thorough pre-flight planning, including reviewing weather conditions, flight paths, and aircraft systems before departure. You'll be responsible for safely operating commercial aircraft, monitoring in-flight systems, and adhering to strict safety protocols while communicating closely with co-pilots and air traffic control. Additionally, post-flight duties include completing reports and coordinating with maintenance teams to ensure the aircraft’s readiness for future flights. Collaboration with flight attendants and ground staff is also a key part of the role, ensuring a seamless and safe experience for passengers. In many positions, scheduling may vary, and you may work long or irregular hours, depending on the airline's routes and needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ATP pilot?

To thrive as an ATP Pilot, you need expert knowledge of flight operations, aeronautical decision-making, and advanced piloting skills, supported by an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and significant logged flight hours. Proficiency with modern avionics systems, flight management computers, and aviation safety protocols is essential. Strong communication, teamwork, and composure under pressure are key soft skills that distinguish top professionals in this role. These abilities are vital for managing complex flight operations, ensuring passenger safety, and working effectively with crew in dynamic environments.

How to become an ATP pilot?

To become an ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) pilot, you must hold a commercial pilot certificate, accumulate at least 1,500 flight hours, and pass the ATP written and practical exams. Additionally, you need an FAA first-class medical certificate and relevant flight experience, often including multi-engine and instrument ratings.

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Infographic showing various Atp Pilot job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,202 per year, or $62.1 per hour.

Fixed Wing Pilot

Guardian Flight

Ridgecrest, CA • On-site

$109K - $119K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Description:

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today!

 

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot

Location: Bishop, CA

Airframe: Pilatus PC12

Schedule: 7 Days On 7 Days Off

Annual Salary Range: $109,078.39 - $119,986.23

  • 15,000 Sign-On Bonus (Must Complete Training and Check Ride). 
  • 40,000 Retention Bonus (There is a 6 Month Waiting period and This is a 3 Year Program).
  • No Training Contract.
  • Paid Crew Housing.
  • Company Paid ATP (If not already completed).
  • Up to 3,000 in Relocation Assistance.

We’re hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to our customers. This pilot will be qualified to fly our PC12 aircraft. Scheduled shifts run 7/7 and service day or night trips. Safety is a key pillar of our services; therefore, all of our pilots work on a quality, professional team that are committed to high safety standards for the crew and our customers. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Pilot will work with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities. 
  • Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and company requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties. 
  • Maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and record keeping for shifts, load manifests, etc.  
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities and partners. 
  • Provide shift change info to transitioning pilot and team, and follows protocols for recording company change board details. 
  • Pilots are accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing ground and air training. 
  • Committed to being on-time, reliable, professional and meet our elevated standards in safety and service.  

Minimum Required Qualifications: 

  • Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) Required.
  • The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience.
  • Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred.  
  • Ability to provide logbooks listing all flight dates and corresponding hours, along with a cumulative total that substantiates the time reported on the resume.
  • Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment. 
  • Valid and unexpired driver's license. 
  • Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical Certificate. 
  • 2,500 Total Flight hours. 
  • 2,000 Fixed Wing hours. 
  • 1,000 PIC hours.
  • 500 Cross Country hours. 
  • 100 Night hours. 
  • 75 Instrument (50 in actual flight) hours.

Preferred Education:

  • Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or higher. 

Working Conditions: 

  • Required to work in outside weather conditions. 
  • Must be able to work night, day, and overnight shifts as assigned.
  • May need to de-ice the plane, assist with towing the aircraft and maneuvering in and out of the hangar, prep the plane for flight. 

Why Choose Guardian Flight? As a leading provider of air medical services, management and experience in the air medical industry, Guardian Flight is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.  

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. 

EEO Statement:

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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