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Doing a 180...back to a regular job

After being in the airlines since late 2000 and recently being furloughed, I decided to try to find a "regular" job. Problem is, I have no idea how to translate the duties and skills acquired while being a pilot into language a non-pilot person would understand. Does anyone know of any resume services who specialize in something like this? Thanks :cool:

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Originally Posted by flyingtigermco (Post 517611)

After being in the airlines since late 2000 and recently being furloughed, I decided to try to find a "regular" job. Problem is, I have no idea how to translate the duties and skills acquired while being a pilot into language a non-pilot person would understand. Does anyone know of any resume services who specialize in something like this? Thanks :cool:

I'm not trying to be sarcastic, but I would simply put on the resume that you were a pilot. If they can't figure out what that means I'm not so sure I would want that person to be in charge of signing my paycheck. :)

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Originally Posted by flyingtigermco (Post 517611)

Try translating your flying experience into llangauge using CRM (DAMCLAS or SADCLAM) as your guideline. Every employer would like to see Decision Making, Communication, Assertiveness and Leadership to name a few in a possible new-hire I would suspect.

USMCFLYR

Don't forget to mention all the experiences with the FA's on layovers.

Seriously, though, I would target the skills/experience based on the specific job you are applying for.

That means you tweak your resume for each prospective employer.

You may want to emphasize customer service experience for one job, while focusing on decision making for another job.

Good Luck!

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Originally Posted by navigatro (Post 523353)

This is good advice flyingtigermco. Except for the layovers and FAs part.... :rolleyes:

Keep in mind that just like in aviation employers want to see experience that parallels the job you are applying for. Take some time and learn the industry lingo for which you are applying and use those buzz words where you can.
The reality is that you are probably going to have to start over with this new career move. Employers aren't going to be too hip to hiring someone who has never done that particular job before. Just like a major airline these days wouldn't hire a pilot directly out of school - they want to see experience in that particular job.

Hang in there - it will happen for you given persistence. Network!

Lori