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Southwest Airlines Pilot

Southwest Airlines will again be opening our Pilot Hiring window April 2nd and remain open for approximately one week. To express interest in Southwest Pilot positions, please go to www.southwest.com/careers. Once there, click “View All Job Postings” and express interest in the open pilot requisition by uploading your resume and answering the prescreening questions. Please note, an applicant only needs to apply one time on the www.southwest.com/careers website.

Having a profile on Pilot Credentials will NOT by itself make you a Pilot candidate for consideration; you must also take the steps above to express interest through www.southwest.com/careers. If you previously applied through southwest.com during our last hiring event, it is still necessary to complete this step to be considered.

After completing the steps above on www.southwest.com/careers, please create, review or update your existing profile at https://swa.pilotcredentials.com/ . Some areas on the profile website, including the Pilot Questionnaire have changed and it is important to keep your profile information current, complete and accurate. Changes in qualifications and flight time are continuously reviewed.

Interviews will be granted based upon a qualifications review and overall competitiveness. Training class dates are scheduled to begin in June 2014.

Sun N Fun Inaugural Job Fair

Attend the Inaugural Sun N Fun Job Fair and leave with a job!

SUN ‘n FUN’s Inaugural Job Fair

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

9 a.m. 2 p.m. at the Florida Air Museum during the SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo.

Recruiters for Pilots, Flight Operations, Engineers, and Mechanics will be participating.

Participating Recruiters:

Jet Blue Airlines

Airworthy Aerospace Ind. Inc.

Epic Aircraft

Florida Modification (FMS)

Garmin

Republic Airlines

Jeppesen

Kennedy Space Center (KSC)

Mesa Air Group

Silver Air

Click here for a list of jobs available.

Space is limited so pre-register now!

Mesa to Operate Embraer 175 Aircraft and Extends CRJ 700 Agreement for United Express
PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)—September 13, 2013 – Mesa Air Group, Inc. is pleased to announce a new agreement with United Airlines that extends the term of its existing fleet of 20 Bombardier CRJ 700 aircraft to 2019 and adds 30 new United owned Embraer 175 aircraft.

Under the terms of this agreement Mesa will place the new Embraer 175 jets into service over the next two years. Mesa will hire approximately 350 pilots, 300 flight attendants and 200 maintenance and other support personnel to support the additional aircraft.

“This is truly a great day for Mesa. We will continue to work hard to provide the best possible service to United’s customers,” said Jonathan Ornstein Mesa’s Chairman and CEO. “Mesa began operating under United Express banner in 1992 and we are delighted to have this opportunity to expand our longstanding partnership. Our first codeshare agreement with United transformed our company and I am sure this one will do the same. We are also very pleased to rejoin the Embraer family of operators and look forward to working with our many friends there as well.”

Paul Foley Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer said, “It has always been our goal to exceed the expectations of both our partners and customers. We believe this contract is evidence that our operational performance and industry leading cost structure has begun to pay big dividends for the company and our people. Based on data from the Department of Transportation, Mesa has been the number one performing regional airline for each of the last three years. We’d like to thank all of our people who have contributed to our success and enabled us to compete successfully for this new business.”

Mesa currently operates 71 aircraft with approximately 425 daily system departures to 82 cities, 32 states, the District of Columbia, Canada and Mexico. Mesa operates as US Airways Express and United Express under contractual agreements with US Airways and United Airlines, respectively, and independently as go!. This operation links Honolulu to the neighbor island airports of Hilo, Kahului, Kona and Lihue. The Company was founded by Larry and Janie Risley in New Mexico in 1982.

Southwest Airlines First Officer

Job Posted 9/15/2013

To view this job online go to the Southwest Airlines Career Page and click on “View All Job Postings” The following is the jobs description posted on their website:

WORK ACTIVITIES/CONTEXT:
Responsibilities:

Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external Customers.

Works in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company.

Works in a highly organized environment, which demands close coordination and teamwork with the Captain, Flight Attendants, Dispatcher and all Ground Personnel.

Must comply with all regulations and directives pertaining to the conduct of the flight in a manner suitable to the Captain. Specifically:

All Pilots must operate in accordance with Southwest Airlines FAA Approved and FAA Accepted manuals, the Operations Specifications, 14 CFRs, 49 CFRs, FAA Orders, Airworthiness Directives, Advisory Circulars, Handbook Bulletins, Directives, and Manufacturers recommendations.

No person may operate a civil aircraft without complying with the operating limitations specified in the approved Southwest Airlines Flight Operations Manual, markings and placards. (Reference 14 CFR 91.9(a))

No person may operate an aircraft in a careless and reckless manner so as to endanger the life or property of another. (Reference 14 CFR 91.13)

All Southwest Airlines Employees must comply with the Companys Policies on a Drug-Free Workplace and Alcohol Misuse. Specifically:

No person may perform any function listed in 14 CFR 121, Appendix I while that person has a prohibited drug, as defined by that appendix, in his or her system. (Reference 14 CFR 121.455(b))

No person may perform any safety-sensitive function if the person has a verified positive drug test result on or has refused to submit to a drug test required by 14 CFR 121, Appendix I and the person has not met the requirements of that appendix for returning to the performances of safety-sensitive duties. (Reference 14 CFR 121.455(c))

Submit reports on irregularities or incidents, as required.

Immediately notify the Base Chief Pilot or Assistant Base Chief Pilot of any discrepancy or incident that may affect his/her ability, or Southwest Airlines’ ability, to perform within the parameters of safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility.

Performs as Captain should the Captain become incapacitated during flight and unable to assume command.

Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description.

Authorities:

Take action, as deemed necessary, to resolve any problems or situations that may compromise safety or compliance.
When assigned by the Captain, direct the Flight Crew in a safe and efficient manner to meet the operational requirements of Southwest Airlines.

Delegate duties and authority defined for this position; responsibilities may not be delegated.

May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders.

Minimum Requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.

Must be at least 23 years of age at the time of hire.

Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

2500 hours total flight time or 1,500 hours total flight time in a turbine aircraft. Additionally, a minimum of 1,000 hours in a Turbine aircraft as the Pilot in Command.

Only time in a fixed wing aircraft is counted, this specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV,EWO and UAV.

Actively flying for 2 of the last 5 years is preferred.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION:

USA DOT/FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. The certificate must display the following:

“Airplane Multiengine Land” Category and Class Ratings

B-737 Type Rating
(“B-737 CIRC.APCH.-VMC ONLY” is the only permitted limitation for the “B-737” type rating requirement.)

“English Proficient” limitation.
Plastic certificate (plastic not required if the certificate is a valid temporary certificate.)

USA DOT/FAA First Class Medical Certificate and, if applicable, any necessary Special Issuance of a Medical Certificate (Authorization) or Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA) issued by the Federal Air Surgeon.

Must possess a valid United States Drivers License.

A valid passport allowing travel across US borders or a Refugee Travel Document.

FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.

Must possess a valid unexpired passport.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Must be able to lift and move 40 lbs.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/WORK STYLE:

Must be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language.

Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, listen, comprehend and repeat detailed lengthy instructions, and understand and retain procedures, rules and regulations.

Must successfully complete initial and recurrent training programs, proficiency checks, and evaluation period.

Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed.

Must be alert to moving equipment on the ramp and other aircraft in the air.

Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish quick (15 to 20 minute) turns of aircraft.

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate information verbally, face to face, over public address systems, via radio, and other communication equipment.

Must be able to comply with company attendance standards and work rules, as described in labor agreements and/or established guidelines.

Ability to work well with others as part of a team, meet the public and work under stressful situations.

Ability to work rotating shifts, and or overtime and travel on a constant basis.

Must maintain a well-groomed appearance.