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Menzies Aviation

F/T Dispatcher

Menzies Aviation, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Description

Benefits:

Full Benefits, PTO, HEALTH, DENTAL, MEDICAL, VISION, 401K

Paid Training

Overtime Available!!!

Advancement Opportunities to Supervisor and Manager

Opportunities for Leadership Training Programs

Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance

Uniform Provided

Job Duties:

Distribute incoming air traffic information to pilots/ground handlers

Follow up with updated information as received

Communicate flight release and fuel load information to appropriate operations

Maintain lines of communication with line operations and air carriers though the use of two-way radios

Coordinate with departments in billing for services rendered and compile information for each flight and submit for final bill preparation

Maintain flight logs and update flight schedules

Make arrangements for accommodations when flight delays occur

Handle phone traffic

Assist in the planning and control of the gate assignment

Assist with passenger services as required

Recommend weight and balance preparation in accordance with airline requirements

Comply with the Stations’ attendance tardiness standards

Why Choose Menzies Aviation:

Earn more: competitive compensation

Full Benefits: paid time off and health insurance for all full-time employees

Professional growth: Menzies offer career growth opportunities

Team environment: a fun, fast-paced, and supportive company culture

Equal opportunity employer: Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older

Possess valid US driver's license with a clean driving record

Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing

Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English

Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively

Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions

Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal

Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays

Must have high school diploma, GED or six months experience as an Operations Agent

Excellent communication skills required

Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure

Competent in handling difficult situations

Available schedules are (OFF Tuesday/Wednesday) 0400-1230 and a split shift of (OFF Saturday/Sunday) 0400-1230 Monday-Wednesday and 1200-2030 Thursday and Friday.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to learn quickly

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to build relationships

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, high voltages and high hydraulic/pneumatic pressures. The employee is also frequently exposed to very loud noise levels, fumes or airborne particles and hazardous substances, materials or waste. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places.

Some work is done indoors; however, the individual may work near terminals with consistently open doors where harsh weather conditions could affect the indoor environment. The Operations Agent team is provided a Menzies Aviation uniform including a coat.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with arms, climb or balance; and talk or hear.

Other tasks include digging and shoveling, such as snow removal around equipment and office. Employee may also engage in debris removal which involves lifting, bending and stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)