Dispatcher

Breeze Airways; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Vision Dental

Savings Account with Breeze Match

401K with Breeze Match

Generous PTO

Travel on Breeze and other Airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways is seeking a Flight Dispatcher to plan, authorize, and release flights in compliance with regulations and company policies. You will study weather, load, and conditions to ensure safe, economical routes and fuel planning.

This role requires FAA Dispatcher certification and US work authorization. As a critical team member, you will monitor flights with the Captain and be prepared to respond to emergencies while upholding Breeze’s safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1+ years as an Aircraft Dispatcher or equivalent experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid passport required.
• DOT pre-employment drug test required.
• TSA fingerprint-based check and Breeze background check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and release all flights per regulations and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assess weather, traffic, field conditions, airways and facilities affecting flights.
• Analyze weather information and plan safe, economical routes.
• Compute fuel load within regulatory limits and plan routes and operations.
• Determine alternates for take-off or destination as needed.
• Monitor flight progress and coordinate with the Captain until arrival.
• Communicate and follow emergency procedures when required.
• Adhere to Breeze Aviation Group values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Decision making

Time management

Microsoft Office

Analytical reasoning

Safety culture

Teamwork

Education

FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our Dispatchers, who must hold a current FAA Certificate, will plan for the safe and efficient operation of each Breeze Airways flight. The Dispatcher authorizes, regulates, and controls commercial airline flights according to government and company regulations, taking into account aircraft performance and loading, enroute winds, storm and turbulence forecasts, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions. Dispatchers are responsible for several flights at a time and for providing the Dispatch Release for each flight.

Starting Pay: $29.50 per hour

Here’s what you’ll do

• Plan and release all flights according to regulations, company policies, and procedures to ensure optimum safety of the operation of each flight
• Consider the suitability of weather, traffic, field conditions, airways, facilities, and any other factor that could affect the flight
• Analyze weather information and plan for the safest, most economic course of action
• Compute the required fuel load within maximum allowable take‑off and landing weight, plan the route of flights and the type of operation to be conducted
• Determine if an alternate for take‑off or destination is required
• Monitor the progress of flights and, together with the Captain, manage the flight until it arrives at the destination
• Effectively communicate and follow emergency procedures when necessary
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence

Other duties as assigned

Here’s what you need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, equivalent education attainment, or equivalent experience
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
• 1+ years as an Aircraft Dispatcher (combination of education and experience will be considered)
• Must be at least twenty‑three (23) years of age
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must have a valid passport.
• Must pass a DOT pre‑employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint‑based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Skills/Talents

• Ability to maintain a poised demeanor while working in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience engaging all people and all types of personalities and agendas
• Ability to establish credibility and to be decisive
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, logically, and coherently at various levels within the organization, both written and verbal
• Results‑oriented with the ability to balance other priorities
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities
• Excellent time management skills
• Models and promotes Breeze’s values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, Excellence
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations and company policies and procedures
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating standard office equipment
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within an office environment
• Clear verbal and written communication, requiring adequate speech, hearing, and vision

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental Health
• Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.