How to hire a helicopter utility aircrewman

How to hire a helicopter utility aircrewman, step by step

Here's a step-by-step helicopter utility aircrewman hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a helicopter utility aircrewman job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new helicopter utility aircrewman
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your helicopter utility aircrewman job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a helicopter utility aircrewman for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A helicopter utility aircrewman's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, helicopter utility aircrewmen from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of helicopter utility aircrewmen and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Helicopter Utility Aircrewman	Description	Hourly rate
   Helicopter Utility Aircrewman		$11-51
   Crew Chief	Crew chiefs are the ones responsible for the whole helicopter crew. They are in charge of all that happens to the helicopter, often working for a few hours prior and after their mission... Show more	$11-51

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Gearboxes
   • Maintenance Checks
   • Uh-60
   • Aircraft Maintenance
   • Operational Checks
   • Technical Guidance

   Responsibilities:

   • Perform sonar and sonobuoy operations and coordinate tactical communications relay between ships and aircrafts completing multiple large fleet exercises.
   • Perform sonar and sonobuoy operations and coordinate tactical communications relay between ships and aircrafts completing multiple large fleet exercises.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your helicopter utility aircrewman job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A helicopter utility aircrewman salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, helicopter utility aircrewmen' average salary in wyoming is 56% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level helicopter utility aircrewmen earn 78% less than senior-level helicopter utility aircrewmen.
   • Certifications. A helicopter utility aircrewman with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a helicopter utility aircrewman's salary.

   Average helicopter utility aircrewman salary

   $51,622yearly

   $24.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level helicopter utility aircrewman salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a helicopter utility aircrewman job description

   A job description for a helicopter utility aircrewman role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a helicopter utility aircrewman job description:

   Helicopter utility aircrewman job description example

   The UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter is the best-in-class, multi-mission performer used for combat assault, search and rescue, medevac, and firefighting missions. Your responsibility as the UH-60 Utility Helicopter Repairer will be to sustain the longevity and reliability of these aircraft, keeping them ready for tomorrow's mission today.
   
   In this role, you will be responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on Black Hawk helicopters to ensure that these aircraft remain safe and ready to fly. This includes all requisite inspections, service, and maintenance of aircraft and subsystems.
   
   Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls
   Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems
   Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks
   Assist in diagnosing/troubleshooting
   
   Some of the Skills You'll Learn
   Engine disassembly and repair
   Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings
   Fix hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems
   
   Helpful Skills
   Preference in mathematics and shop mechanics
   Ability to use hand and power tools
   
   Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines, and government agencies.
   
   Earn While You Learn
   Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to learn. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
   
   Job training for an UH-60 Utility Helicopter Repairer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.
   
   Benefits/Requirements
   
   Benefits
   Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change
   Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
   
   Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
   
   Other Job Information
   
   Job Category: Aviation
   Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 engine airplane inspector mechanic aviation lead repair align calibrate power distribution aerospace aeronautics avionics line maintenance component overhaul standard wiring practices rotary wing

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right helicopter utility aircrewman for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your helicopter utility aircrewman job on Zippia to find and recruit helicopter utility aircrewman candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit helicopter utility aircrewmen, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new helicopter utility aircrewman

   Once you've found the helicopter utility aircrewman candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new helicopter utility aircrewman first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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