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INTRODUCTION
Join our life-saving team in Tucumcari, NM and take advantage of:
- Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000!
- Location Bonus up to 35%!
- Off-Duty Housing available!
Are you an exceptional pilot looking to make a real impact from the cockpit? PHI Health is seeking skilled and dedicated pilots to join our elite team. You will be at the forefront of life-saving missions, delivering critical care to those in need with speed, precision, and unwavering commitment.
Our pilots are not just aviators; they are heroes in the sky, providing rapid medical response in challenging and diverse environments. In this role, you'll experience the thrill of aviation combined with the profound satisfaction of knowing that your expertise and quick thinking can change the course of a patient's future. If you thrive under pressure, have a passion for excellence, and are ready to elevate your career to new heights, PHI Health is the place for you.
Who We Are:
PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.
JOB SUMMARY
- PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines)
- H125 VFR/NVG (Instrument rating required)
- 24-hour operations (day/night rotation)
- If successful applicant requires aircraft transition - 1 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Relocation package is available - If relocation package is utilized - 2 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OTHER:
- External search may run concurrently with internal job posting.
- Successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies.
- Some lifting will be required to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment.
- Perform line pilot duties IAW GOM.
- Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns.
- Work with both internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested.
- This package includes competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and much more!
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings
- First Class Medical
- CAMTS Requirement // 2,000 Total Hours // 1,500 Hours Helicopter // 1,000 Hours PIC Helicopters // 500 Hours Turbine Helicopters // 100 Hours in Unaided Night Operations or 50 Hours Unaided and 100 Hours Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
- Must meet and maintain the company’s flight personnel weight restriction policy, which limits individual weight to 235 lbs or less
- Strong Communication, Internal and External Customer Service Skills
- Interview and acceptance by customer/PHI management
- Annual Flu Vaccine not required
- Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift 100 pounds to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment), drug screening and background screen.
- Demonstrated Internal and External Customer Service skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
SCHEDULE/LOCATION
- Schedule 14&14; Day of week the base changes schedules, and schedule change may be required
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES
- Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
- Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization.
- Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
- Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.
THE PHI HEALTH ADVANTAGE
For more than 40 years, our company has been providing critical air medical transport services across the country. As an organization, we outfit each aircraft we fly with the most advanced technology, subject our crews to the most rigorous protocols and training and pioneer the most-forward thinking safety program in the country.
Everything that we do comes back to the safety of our crew and our patients. Our accident rate is well below the national average and we were the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award. This belief has guided us towards a number of industry firsts and has given us the highest safety rating in the industry.
Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000; Location Bonus up to 35%; Off-Duty Housing
DISCLAIMER
The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
INTRODUCTION
Join our life-saving team in Tucumcari, NM and take advantage of:
- Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000!
- Location Bonus up to 35%!
- Off-Duty Housing available!
Are you an exceptional pilot looking to make a real impact from the cockpit? PHI Health is seeking skilled and dedicated pilots to join our elite team. You will be at the forefront of life-saving missions, delivering critical care to those in need with speed, precision, and unwavering commitment.
Our pilots are not just aviators; they are heroes in the sky, providing rapid medical response in challenging and diverse environments. In this role, you'll experience the thrill of aviation combined with the profound satisfaction of knowing that your expertise and quick thinking can change the course of a patient's future. If you thrive under pressure, have a passion for excellence, and are ready to elevate your career to new heights, PHI Health is the place for you.
Who We Are:
PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.
JOB SUMMARY
- PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines)
- H125 VFR/NVG (Instrument rating required)
- 24-hour operations (day/night rotation)
- If successful applicant requires aircraft transition - 1 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Relocation package is available - If relocation package is utilized - 2 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OTHER:
- External search may run concurrently with internal job posting.
- Successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies.
- Some lifting will be required to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment.
- Perform line pilot duties IAW GOM.
- Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns.
- Work with both internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested.
- This package includes competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and much more!
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings
- First Class Medical
- CAMTS Requirement // 2,000 Total Hours // 1,500 Hours Helicopter // 1,000 Hours PIC Helicopters // 500 Hours Turbine Helicopters // 100 Hours in Unaided Night Operations or 50 Hours Unaided and 100 Hours Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
- Must meet and maintain the company’s flight personnel weight restriction policy, which limits individual weight to 235 lbs or less
- Strong Communication, Internal and External Customer Service Skills
- Interview and acceptance by customer/PHI management
- Annual Flu Vaccine not required
- Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift 100 pounds to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment), drug screening and background screen.
- Demonstrated Internal and External Customer Service skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
SCHEDULE/LOCATION
- Schedule 14&14; Day of week the base changes schedules, and schedule change may be required
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES
- Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
- Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization.
- Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
- Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.
THE PHI HEALTH ADVANTAGE
For more than 40 years, our company has been providing critical air medical transport services across the country. As an organization, we outfit each aircraft we fly with the most advanced technology, subject our crews to the most rigorous protocols and training and pioneer the most-forward thinking safety program in the country.
Everything that we do comes back to the safety of our crew and our patients. Our accident rate is well below the national average and we were the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award. This belief has guided us towards a number of industry firsts and has given us the highest safety rating in the industry.
Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000; Location Bonus up to 35%; Off-Duty Housing
DISCLAIMER
The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Who's Hiring
- Rally House87
- DICK'S Sporting Goods42
- Smoothie King12
- Towne Park7
- KFC6
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in port captain jobs.
- U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Master or Chief Mate endorsement
- STCW certification including Basic Safety Training and advanced modules
- Minimum five to ten years of vessel or fleet operations experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of SOLAS, MARPOL, and domestic maritime regulations
- Experience with port state control inspections and vetting audits
- Proficiency in voyage planning software and marine incident reporting systems
Tips for Your Port Captain Job Search
List your endorsements by STCW category
Hiring managers scan for specific Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping endorsements before reading anything else. List each endorsement with its full title, issuing authority, and expiration date in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume.
Quantify your fleet oversight experience
Vessel count, gross tonnage, and crew headcount are the numbers port operations teams look for first. Replace vague phrases like 'managed multiple vessels' with the actual figures you oversaw so reviewers can place you in the right tier of responsibility immediately.
Target openings by vessel type, not just title
A port captain role on a container terminal differs sharply from one on an offshore supply vessel or passenger ferry. Filter your search by vessel type or sector so your cover letter can speak directly to the operational challenges that employer actually faces.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists port captain openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based safety questions
Interviewers for port captain positions routinely present a vessel incident or port emergency and ask how you'd respond. Walk through your decision framework aloud, name the regulatory standards you'd reference, and explain how you'd coordinate with the vessel master and shoreside teams.
Address your drug testing and fitness requirements upfront
Many port captain offers are contingent on passing a Coast Guard-required chemical test and a physical. If you have documentation of current fitness or a recently passed screening, note it in your application materials so the employer doesn't have to guess about your status.
Port Captain Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most port captains?
The most active employers for port captains right now are Rally House, DICK'S Sporting Goods, and Smoothie King, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in employers with large owned or managed fleets and active port operations.
How many port captain jobs are remote?
About 40% of port captain openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require regular vessel boarding, inspection, and shoreside coordination. Administrative and regulatory compliance sub-functions are the most likely to allow partial remote scheduling, while operational oversight roles are predominantly on-site or rotational.
How do you become a port captain?
Start by earning a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with an Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch endorsement, then advance your license toward Master while accumulating sea time on progressively larger vessels. Move ashore into a marine superintendent or port operations coordinator role to build fleet oversight experience, complete your STCW advanced certifications, and demonstrate incident command competency before applying for port captain positions.
Can you get hired as a port captain with little experience?
Direct port captain roles rarely go to candidates without substantial seagoing experience, but entry points exist. Employers in smaller ferry operations, inland waterways, or regional towing companies hire junior port captains or marine supervisors who have a valid master's license and a few years of command experience on smaller vessels. Building a record in those environments is a realistic path into larger fleet or deepwater port captain roles.
What does the port captain interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen focused on license verification and regulatory knowledge, followed by a technical interview covering vessel casualty response, port state control procedures, and vetting audit experience. A final round often involves meeting the fleet director or VP of marine operations, where the conversation shifts to leadership style, crew safety culture, and how you've handled incidents. Reference checks with former vessel masters are common.
Where can I find and apply to port captain jobs?
You can find and apply to port captain jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license, vessel experience, and preferred sector, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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