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Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together.DescriptionOur Network Operations team works around the clock running United's global operation, safely, reliably and efficiently. From dispatching and routing our fleet to coordinating with maintenance line planning and crew scheduling, this team makes caring connections with our internal customers and ultimately, United's customers. From pushback to landing, the Network Operations team is the eyes and ears on the ground no matter where in the world your United flight takes you.**This position is physically located in Arlington Heights, ILJob overview and responsibilities:*The Dispatcher is responsible for joint operational control with the Pilot in Command to ensure the safe, legal, and efficient operation of United Airlines flights in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and Company Manuals. The successful candidate possesses strong organizational skills and is detail-oriented. Additionally, strong written and verbal communication skills accompanied by a high work ethic are a must.- Prepares the flight release- Monitors flight progress- Analyzes and disseminates meteorological information, reviews maintenance limitations and calculates the amount of fuel required for safe flight- Updates the pilot in command of significant changes to the flight plan and provides assistance during irregular and emergency situations- Maintains qualification and competency in accordance with FAA and UAL requirements- Interacts with other United Airlines' departments including Maintenance Control, Operations Planning and MeteorologyQualificationsWhat's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):- High school diploma, GED or education equivalent- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate- 1 year of Airline Operations experience- Must be able to work any shift/any day including holidays- Must pass DOT background and DOT drug screen- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionWhat will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):- Bachelor's Degree- At least 1 year of FAR Part 121 Dispatch or closely relevant experience- International Dispatch experience- Experience working as a dispatcher for another airlineThe starting rate for this role is $7,671 per month.This is also a bonus eligible position (i.e. profit sharing).We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement).United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.
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