Aircraft Dispatcher

Aircraft Dispatcher

The Aircraft Dispatcher ensures the safe and efficient dispatch of Endeavor Air aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Log and maintain accurate system flight information.
• Provide constant flight following and communications for assigned company flights.
• Promptly advise the supervisor of irregularities that develop.
• Review system-wide weather, maintenance data, and crew resource factors to develop an effective operating plan.
• Coordinate with appropriate departments and personnel to maintain operational control.
• Provide operational support to flight crews such as flight planning, weather, fuel, and alternate airport information.
• Ensure all flight operations are conducted in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and company procedures.
• Coordinate flow of operational information to all departments and stations for use in planning.
• Retrieve hourly weather and specials for all stations and alternates and note changes that may affect operation.
• Monitor field conditions, winds aloft, and NOTAMS for entire operation.
• Route and re-route aircraft and flight crews to maintain schedule integrity, and to accommodate maintenance requirements or crew legality.
• Coordinate with Daily Scheduling to ensure compliance with FARs and contract requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent; Associate's degree or higher preferred
• Part 121 Aircraft Dispatch license (requires a minimum age of 23)
• 1 year of airline or aviation experience preferred
• Reliable and self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Ability to multi task efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines
• Ability to read, write, understand and clearly speak in English
• Interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• PC proficient in Microsoft Office products and general internet applications
• Ability to sit in the jumpseat without a seat belt extension to ensure compliance with FAR 121.463 2C

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Computer work in an office environment, sitting for the majority of the day.
• Some repetitive motion such as typing.
• Position requires some physical exertion such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking and light lifting of boxes, bags and electronic equipment not in excess of 30 lbs.
• Ability to work any shift including evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.

What We Offer

Providing world-class service to our customers starts with providing world-class benefits to our employees. Endeavor Air employees receive a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of benefits to choose from and some of the best perks around.

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

FLSA Status

Salary

Minimum Position Pay Range

USD $24.64/Hr.

Maximum Position Pay Range

USD $33.76/Hr.