Dispatcher
Menzies Aviation · Portland, OR · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
About the role
The Dispatcher will coordinate and disseminate information concerning flight activity, establishing and maintaining rapport with flight crews, pilots, passengers, ground handlers, and customers.
Responsibilities
- Distribute incoming air traffic information to pilots and 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 using two-way radios.
- Coordinate with billing departments for services rendered and compile flight information for final bill preparation.
- Maintain flight logs and update flight schedules.
- Arrange accommodations during flight delays.
- Handle phone traffic and assist in gate assignment planning and control.
- Assist with passenger services as required.
- Recommend weight and balance preparation in accordance with airline requirements.
- Comply with attendance and tardiness standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Possess a valid US driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- 1+ years of experience as a dispatcher.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing.
- Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Comfortable lifting 70 lbs repetitively.
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
- Pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs Seal.
- Available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- High school diploma, GED, or six months’ experience as an Operations Agent.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
- Competence in handling difficult situations.
Safety, Security, Wellbeing, and Compliance
You will be responsible for taking reasonable care of your own health, safety, and wellbeing, as well as that of others, in accordance with provided training and workplace safety rules. The company is committed to a safe working environment and enforces a Substance Misuse Policy, including regular testing for alcohol and drugs.