Airline Flight Dispatcher

About the role

Ameriflight, LLC is the nation’s largest Part 135 cargo airline and the leading provider of scalable, outsourced aviation services for the regional express airfreight market. Our diverse portfolio enables major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to adapt quickly to the demands of today’s fast‑moving supply chain. Operating a fleet of more than 120 aircraft—including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99—Ameriflight delivers reliable service from bases across the U.S. Location: Portland International Airport.

Schedule

Shift: Tue‑Sat, 4:00 AM start time.

Pay

Starting pay: $20.25 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provides flight following of company aircraft in accordance with company procedures and Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
• Coordinates scheduled and on‑demand flights with customers and company to ensure safe and efficient service.
• Works closely with Flight and Maintenance Departments.
• Interacts with customers to coordinate the transport of high‑priority work with critical delivery cut‑off times.
• Coordinates with flight crew members to make critical go/no‑go flight release decisions to ensure safe and efficient flight operations.
• Exercises operational control as a DOT “safety‑sensitive” position.
• Prepares effective and timely contingency plans to recover from service disruptions due to weather, ATC, mechanical issues, etc.
• Writes routine reports and correspondence.
• Collects and inputs flight data.
• May assist with handling of aircraft including ground power unit to start aircraft.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Strong aviation background with a general understanding of aviation weather, flight planning and FAR 91 or FAR 135 regulations (FAA Flight Dispatcher license not required).
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED certificate; college or aviation trade school preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, government regulations, and procedure manuals, and understand technical instructions furnished in written or verbal form.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA security background check.
• Must successfully complete DOT‑mandated pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Valid driver’s license and meet all company insurance criteria.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for growth
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company‑provided life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation