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Instructor (Cargo, Control Center & Ground Ops) (Fort Worth, TX, US)

American Airlines • Instructor (Cargo, Control Center & Ground Ops) (Fort Worth, TX, US) • 2d ago

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

The Instructor, Ground Operations Training is part of the Ground Operations Training Team within the Airport and Cargo Divisions. This role will have a direct impact on team members through facilitation of courses, development of new content and mentorship.

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

Facilitate American Airlines ground operations training programs
Connect with, develop, engage and guide learners within your care
Communicate clearly and empathetically, creating a welcoming learning atmosphere
Provide effective and timely feedback; helping elevate the facilitation of courses and quality of content
Collaborate with other team members across the training organization on a variety of projects
Maintain accurate records of training activities and materials
Support and participate in special projects and programs such as pilot classes for new training initiatives
Develop and maintain productive relationships with both airport and corporate leadership, demonstrating professionalism in all interactions
Ability to travel extensively both domestic and internationally to facilitate courses and provide mentorship and support
Ability to work: days/evenings/weekends/holidays

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training/experience
2 year of experience working in an airport environment with knowledge of ramp operations or relevant experience
Previous classroom facilitation and management experience

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

Mainline ramp experience
Mainline operations or control center experience
Proficient understanding of adult learning principles
Proficiency with programs and software related to ramp and/or control center based team members (RampLink+, SABRE, DECS, GET, Realtime, etc.)

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

Effective presentation and facilitation skills
Ability to command a room, inspire confidence, and represent the training organization with grace and professionalism
Demonstrated leadership skills
Self-starter with proven leadership skills and ability to problem solve, while remaining calm under pressure
Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively
Effective planning, organization, and time management skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Ability to fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
Applicable valid driver’s license as required by local authorities, if applicable

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.