Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Union representation
Internal advancement opportunities
Job Description
Republic Airways is a dynamic regional airline known for its commitment to safety, operational excellence, and a strong focus on customer service. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Republic Airways operates more than 1,000 daily flights across the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean. As a key player in the airline industry, Republic Airways prides itself on its dedicated workforce and its partnership with Transport Workers Union Local 540, ensuring representation and support for its employees. The airline is continually growing and evolving, providing ample opportunities for internal advancement and career development within its ranks. The company is currently offering an Aircraft Dispatcher... Show More
Job Requirements
- Be at least 23 years of age
- Be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language
- Relocate to Indianapolis for the program and position
- Attend full six-to-eight-week training without absences
- Commit to working as an aircraft dispatcher for at least two years upon completion
- Pass FAA 10-year work history review, criminal background and fingerprint checks
- Possess and maintain valid US or foreign passport
- Authorized to work in the United States and travel internationally
- Willing to submit to FAA and company drug/alcohol tests
- Able to sit for prolonged periods
- Able to hear clearly in person, on phone and headset with ambient noise
- Work nights, weekends, holidays to support 24-hour operations
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Possess Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- High mathematical ability
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Previous experience in airline operations preferred
Job Duties
- Prepare dispatch releases for domestic, flag and supplemental operations
- Monitor the progress of each flight, paying specific attention to changing weather and field conditions at departure, destination and alternate airports
- Record departure and arrival times of flights and keep computer systems up to date
- Provide weather information for flight crews and continuously monitor for changes
- Update the flight crew of significant changes to weather, field conditions or air traffic concerns and make recommendations for changes to the original plan as needed
- Coordinate with ground operations on any crew or aircraft changes or disruptions
- Coordinate diversions with station operations to ensure the best possible passenger experience
- Record all non-routine incidents and complete appropriate forms and reports
- Initiate emergency procedures and notifications when necessary
- Coordinate with all appropriate parties any unscheduled operation of aircraft due to weather, airport conditions, emergency situations, etc.
- Provide coaching and on-the-job training for new-hire dispatchers as directed
- Perform other duties as assigned or required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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