Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.00 - $28.50
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Northern Air Cargo is a prominent aviation company and a wholly owned subsidiary within the Saltchuk family of companies. With over $250 million in revenues, Northern Air Cargo specializes in providing a range of aviation-related support services across North America, focusing primarily on scheduled cargo services in Alaska and Hawaii. The company prides itself on a commitment to safety, reliability, and exceptional customer service, serving major freight companies and air cargo integrators in the regions it operates. Northern Air Cargo's reputation for dependable cargo transportation is built on a foundation of well-trained professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Must have a current or obtain a U.S. FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate issued by the Department of Transportation within 18 months of hire date
- Two years aircraft dispatch experience preferred
- International aircraft dispatching experience preferred
- Must have ability to maintain competency
- Must be able to pass all ground school written exam with 80 percent or higher
- Must be able to prioritize and be proactive in a fast-paced changing environment
- Need strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact productively with varied stakeholders
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables
- Must be proficient in a computer-based environment including Windows and web browsers
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test, criminal background check, and TSA security threat assessment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Current or obtain a U.S. FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate issued by the Department of Transportation within 18 months of hire date
- Two years aircraft dispatch experience preferred
- International aircraft dispatching experience preferred
- Ability to maintain competency
- Ability to pass all ground school written exams with 80 percent or higher
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact productively with varied stakeholders
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables
- Proficient in a computer-based environment including Windows and web browsers
- Excellent communication skills including reading, interpreting technical information and drafting routine business correspondence and reports
Job Duties
- Directly responsible for operational control of company aircraft according to FARs and company procedures via chain of command through director of flight operations
- Plan each flight departure with the primary emphasis on safety, compliance, and schedule continuity
- Analyze and evaluate information regarding weather and airport conditions to anticipate changes that may affect aircraft operations
- Compute fuel requirements according to type of aircraft, distance, weather conditions, destination alternates(s) and FARs
- Prepare flight plans and sign flight releases containing information such as maximum allowable takeoff and landing weights, weather reports, field conditions, METARs, TAFs, NOTAMs, PIREPs, and other information required for the safe completion of the flight
- Assist the pilot in command of an aircraft with an emergency by providing any assistance necessary to ensure safe completion of the flight
- Monitor the progress of each flight under operational control to ensure release compliance and update flight crew of significant changes to weather or flight plan and recommend alternative means in the safety interest as needed
- Authorize to delay or divert a flight if unsafe conditions pose a threat to the safety of the crew members, aircraft, cargo, or flight
- Coordinate with traffic, load planning, and maintenance any schedule changes due to delays, cancellations, or AOG events
- Maintain competency, by passing all competency checks oral and written including recurrency training and general company training
- Work a schedule accommodating a 24/7 operation with minimal supervision
- Maintain professionalism, accuracy, and excellent communication skills
- Contribute to a positive and productive work environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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