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Rural Metro Fire Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Fixed Wing Pilot

Blanding, UT · On-site

$104.33 - $114.77/hr

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot Location: Blanding, Utah Airframe: King Air C90 Schedule: 14 Days On 21 Days Off Annual Salary Range: $104,335.85 - $114,769.44 * 15,000 Sign-On Bonus (Must Complete ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$113.82 - $125.20/hr

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: Lubbock, TX Airframe: King Air 200 Schedule: 7 Days ...

Flight Nurse

Willits, CA · On-site

$115 - $165/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Willits, CA Starting at $115,000k - $165,000k DOE We're hiring a Flight Nurse to work with our team of air transportation experts to safely ...

Flight Nurse

Porterville, CA · On-site

$115 - $165/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Porterville, CA Starting at $115,000k - $165,000k DOE We're hiring a Flight Nurse to work with our team of air transportation experts to ...

$95 - $115/hr

Rotor-Wing Pilot Talent Acquisition- Senior ManagerHybrid: Dallas, TX/St. Louis, MO/Sacramento, CA /Denver, CO (must live within commuting distances from one of these locations) $95,000K-$115,000K ...

Flight Nurse

Gallup, NM · On-site

$98 - $101/hr

FLIGHT NURSE INCENTIVES * Starting Range $98,000-$101,000 annually * $10,000 Sign-on Bonus payable in two installments following the end of training * Schedule is a 10 days on/20 days off rotation

New

$111 - $122/hr

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We're hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services Air Evac ...

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How much do rural metro fire jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for rural metro fire in the United States is $62,665.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Rural Metro Fire?

A Rural Metro Fire job involves working as a firefighter or emergency response professional for Rural Metro Fire, a private fire protection company. Employees provide fire suppression, emergency medical services, and rescue operations in areas that may not have municipal fire departments. These professionals respond to emergencies, conduct fire prevention inspections, and educate communities on fire safety. The job requires physical fitness, firefighting certifications, and a commitment to public safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Rural Metro Fire position, and why are they important?

To thrive at Rural Metro Fire, you need strong firefighting skills, emergency medical training, and physical fitness, typically supported by certifications such as Firefighter I/II and EMT credentials. Familiarity with fire suppression equipment, rescue tools, and incident command systems like NFPA standards is important. Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities are valued soft skills that help during high-pressure emergency situations. These skills ensure effective and safe emergency response, protection of community property, and the well-being of team members.

What is the typical work environment like for a Rural Metro Fire firefighter?

Rural Metro Fire firefighters often work in dynamic and challenging environments, responding to emergencies in both rural and urban areas. Teams operate on shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, and collaborate closely to manage fires, medical emergencies, and rescue operations. The work can be physically demanding and requires a high level of readiness, but the supportive team atmosphere and strong sense of purpose make it a rewarding career. Opportunities for advancement include roles such as engineer, captain, and chief, with ongoing training and professional development provided.

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Infographic showing various Rural Metro Fire job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $62,665 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

Line Pilot - AEL 148 San Antonio, TX

Rural Metro Fire Department

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Other

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for all operations involving company aircraft, is in compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, Part 135, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual and all state or municipal regulations.

Essential Functions / Duties
  • Maintains a schedule as set forth by the company. Pilots are scheduled seven consecutive days on and seven consecutive days off. The shifts are 12-hours per day alternating with seven day shifts, seven days off, followed by seven night shifts.
  • Ensures aircraft readiness for flight dispatches, including all FAR requirements, all company requirements, aircraft cleanliness duties, and all flight crew requirements.
  • Accurately completes, in entirety, all required paperwork duties, i.e., duty shift change form, load manifests, duty/time sheets, all within scheduled due dates.
  • Continues in educational betterment, e.g., computer training, ground training and flight training.
  • Ensures that any and all pertinent information about flight operations will be disseminated to his/her shift change.
  • Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner at all times.
  • Attends meetings when required and is available for training and check-flights outside of normal duty shift rotation.
  • Upholds current company policies and procedures.
  • Performs other duties during scheduled shift as requested by Vice President of Aviation or Chief Pilot.
  • Maintains safety as the primary concern.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Current FAA Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate with instrument rating
  • Current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
  • 2,000 Total flight hours
  • 1,500 Total helicopter hours
  • 1,000 total helicopter Pilot-in-Command hours
  • 1,000 Turbine hours
  • Minimum of 200 helicopter night flight hours (aided and/or unaided)
  • 200 Instrument Hours (Actual/Hood/SIM) with 50 hours actual weather in aircraft

Preferred Experience

  • Airbus H135 experience
  • Previous HAA experience
Pilot Incentives
  • Geographical Modifier dependent on Base
  • On Duty Pilot Housing provided
  • $2,000 per year IFR Stipend
Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions and Physical & Mental Requirements

Working Conditions

  • Required to work frequently near moving mechanical parts
  • Required to work in outside weather conditions
  • Frequently exposed to blood-borne pathogens or airborne particles
  • Exposed to loud noise levels requiring hearing protection while in-flight

Physical Demands

  • 230-pound weight limit with flight suit and boots
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
  • Frequently exposed to vibrations/turbulence

Mental Requirements

Critical thinking skills with the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Guiding Values and Behaviors
  • Patient Care – We continually earn the privilege to care for our patients. It is at the forefront of everything we do.
  • One Team – We respect each other and achieve together what no individual can alone.
  • Innovation – We are driven to develop solutions that inspire progress.
  • Vigilance – We will never waver in our commitment to safety and preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.
  • Ownership – We are accountable for what we do and take pride in how we do it.
  • Citizenship – We are dedicated to being good stewards in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer

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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