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HungryPilot 09-02-2009 09:42 PM


Originally Posted by USMCFLYR (Post 672316)
Nope - no interviews set up at this point.

USMCFLYR

Did you apply? If so, how? Like I said, 600 resumes.

USMCFLYR 09-02-2009 09:44 PM


Originally Posted by HungryPilot (Post 672319)
Did you apply? If so, how? Like I said, 600 resumes.

No...I didn't apply. I am/was looking at more the fractional or corporate route than the P121/P135 airlines. I just hit the street at a terrible time as you well know. :(

USMCFLYR

FL450 09-03-2009 10:24 AM


Originally Posted by HungryPilot (Post 672315)
Yeah, I got the job:cool:. I think there were 13 positions total and I don't know how many others have been hired but it sounded like the interview pool was not large enough. Do you have an interview coming up USMCFLYR?

I believe seven including me and you buy that number could have changed

papacharlie 09-03-2009 03:01 PM

which are the requirements for the job? can somebody tell me.thank you

Luv2Rotate 09-03-2009 03:45 PM

I would guess 135 IFR mins

Spoilers 09-03-2009 04:23 PM


Originally Posted by papacharlie (Post 672760)
which are the requirements for the job? can somebody tell me.thank you

First Officers: 1200 TT Minimum
Captains: 2000+TT with turbine/jet experience

PC-12 experience extremely preferred.

F/O Pay: $20.59/Flight hr.
CA Pay: $40.19/Flight hr

75 Hr. Monthly guarantee, increases to 85 hrs. monthly guarantee after 6 months.

HungryPilot 09-03-2009 06:12 PM


Originally Posted by FL450 (Post 672597)
I believe seven including me and you buy that number could have changed

Do you happen to know what the captain/FO breakdown is they (we:)) are hiring?

csandor 09-03-2009 09:22 PM

Interviewed and...nothing
 
I interviewed a few months ago for the PDX base, got two phone calls, both sounded positive, and never heard back one way or another... won't return my phone calls. Anyone out there able to find out what happened?

HungryPilot 09-04-2009 08:03 AM

Dude, I hate that. Can't say it's uncommon though. I don't know what might have been going on there but I will say this. No employer has ever called me and not sounded positive. Could have called 10 people about one position. My guess is that they picked someone else. Can't imagine any other reason to not call wit a 'thanks but no thanks.' Good luck out there. What's your times at?

csandor 09-04-2009 08:17 AM

Just over 600 hrs TT. The annoying part is if they had higher mins, why interview me?

wareagle07 09-04-2009 07:10 PM

Don't lose any sleep over it csandor. There isn't a whole lot of logic with hiring/retention practices is this economic climate.

HungryPilot 09-04-2009 09:55 PM


Originally Posted by csandor (Post 673059)
Just over 600 hrs TT. The annoying part is if they had higher mins, why interview me?

Because most of the pilots i know got their first jobs with less than posted mins. Flight times are only part of the equation. Everyone that comes for an interview can fly a plane. That's not what employers are looking for.

wareagle07 09-09-2009 05:35 PM

Just got a call... go figure. Interview set up for Monday. Any advice?

HungryPilot 09-09-2009 07:58 PM

yeah, know your stuff. Legal 135 flight planning, i.e. departure alternate, destination weather and alternate weather requirements. Requirements to continue an approach etc. It's judgment and personality stuff. Not hard. Quick little sim with a Flight Simulator X setup. Procedural stuff. Take off, steep turn, ILS. Come prepared to ask some questions about the operation and job. Then let me know what you find out because I didn't ask much now I feel like I don't know anything. Also, he's gonna ask what you know about the company and why you want to be there. Don't ramble because he will probably keep looking at you like you should have more to say. Shut up when you answer the question. Normal interview stuff but I don't know what your interview experience is. I hope you have some 135 PIC though. You looking for left or right seat?

FL450 09-09-2009 08:43 PM

Glad to see Seaport still hiring:D Good luck wareagle07

wareagle07 09-10-2009 03:59 AM

Thanks for all the info HungryPilot. Hopefully it goes well. I'll be sure to pass on anything I find out. If I get hired it will be into the right seat... not great but I'll take it for now. Do you know much about pay? I remember seeing $21/hr somewhere with something like a 75 hr guarantee starting out. Is that about right? Do you know if they offer per diem? Can you tell that the pay has me concerned haha?

HungryPilot 09-10-2009 06:49 AM

Hey, is something we are all worried about. It is about 21 an hour but the guarantee goes up to 85 hours after 6 months. It should be around 21 or 22k a year. I wish I knew about per diem but I don't . I won't really be surprised either way though but i'm hoping for it of course. What kind of experience do you have right now? CFI or do you have any 135 experience?

wareagle07 09-10-2009 07:07 AM

No CFI and I've got just a little 135 experience but most recently flew a PC12 Part 91 so I imagine that's what earned me the interview. Per diem could really add up and change that 21 or 22k a year depending on how much they work you. Are you in class now HungryPilot?

Spoilers 09-10-2009 07:30 AM

It truly amazes me that there are people out there that just apply to jobs, but don't know a thing about the company. They hear there is an opening and they throw in their resume, but they have never heard of the company, have no clue what the company flies, where they are located, destinations, pay, etc. There are a few people like that who recently got interviews with SeaPort. Do some research!!! You can start by reading all the SeaPort threads on this forum. There are people that really want to work there and have been trying to work there and have been following the company for a long time that didn't get interviews. Do some research! You better know something about the company, because they will ask you during the interview!

FL450 09-10-2009 07:33 AM


Originally Posted by wareagle07 (Post 676263)
No CFI and I've got just a little 135 experience but most recently flew a PC12 Part 91 so I imagine that's what earned me the interview. Per diem could really add up and change that 21 or 22k a year depending on how much they work you. Are you in class now HungryPilot?

Cullen will probably go over this however.. No perdiem and pay is 20.59hr 75 hour gaurantee and 85 after 6 months. hope this helps...

Fl450

wareagle07 09-10-2009 07:51 AM


Originally Posted by Spoilers (Post 676283)
It truly amazes me that there are people out there that just apply to jobs, but don't know a thing about the company. They hear there is an opening and they throw in their resume, but they have never heard of the company, have no clue what the company flies, where they are located, destinations, pay, etc. There are a few people like that who recently got interviews with SeaPort. Do some research!!! You can start by reading all the SeaPort threads on this forum. There are people that really want to work there and have been trying to work there and have been following the company for a long time that didn't get interviews. Do some research! You better know something about the company, because they will ask you during the interview!

Certainly didn't mean to offend you. I just know there are a couple folks on here who check the thread frequently and have been excellent sources of information. To those people: thank you for taking the time to help the rest of us out. To those bothered by our questions: try to relax... we're all just trying to make it right now.

HungryPilot 09-10-2009 02:29 PM


Originally Posted by Spoilers (Post 676283)
It truly amazes me that there are people out there that just apply to jobs, but don't know a thing about the company. They hear there is an opening and they throw in their resume, but they have never heard of the company, have no clue what the company flies, where they are located, destinations, pay, etc. There are a few people like that who recently got interviews with SeaPort. Do some research!!! You can start by reading all the SeaPort threads on this forum. There are people that really want to work there and have been trying to work there and have been following the company for a long time that didn't get interviews. Do some research! You better know something about the company, because they will ask you during the interview!

Don't know why it surprises you. Companies often ask for resumes and provide very little info. In this case I did seek out and read as much as I could but there isn't that much out there. It's nice to know some of this info even though it may not be a deal breaker. Some of us just need a job or a better job. Don't see why I would pass it over just because I don't know much about it. Maybe that's just me

HungryPilot 09-10-2009 02:31 PM


Originally Posted by wareagle07 (Post 676263)
Are you in class now HungryPilot?

Class starts the 28th. He's been picky on who he hired so it's taking him a little longer than originally expected to find the right guys(/gals).

spr007 09-11-2009 12:59 PM

For those who have been offered positions, how long after the interview did it take to receive an offer?

Ozpilot414 09-11-2009 02:16 PM

So many people so Little time. For those of You that PM'ed me and I didnt get back to you fast enough and then left nasty messages. I am sorry. Hopefully you don't have a job at Memphis or in Portland. Cuz people like you need to learn patience. For those of you that waited and that I got back to I hope you get a job or hear from Cullen sooner than later. Good Luck!

Jowersman 09-12-2009 11:30 AM

I had my interview two weeks ago this coming monday. I thought I did well with the questions he asked me and I was honest too. My sim was great and I felt really good about it; I'm kinda bummed that Cullen hasn't called me back, but from reading the posts I assume he's still interviewing or deciding who to pick. I really hope I get it; this job would be awsome! =)

HungryPilot 09-13-2009 06:13 PM

I got my offer at the interview but I don't think everyone is. I know he is being choosy and rightfully so. I am surprised to see that interviews are still going on almost 2 weeks after he was hoping to finish. Sounds like he is still looking for the right bunch. He does have a HUGE stack of resumes so we can't all get an offer unfortunately.

hi208 09-13-2009 11:50 PM


Originally Posted by Ozpilot414 (Post 677094)
So many people so Little time. For those of You that PM'ed me and I didnt get back to you fast enough and then left nasty messages. I am sorry. Hopefully you don't have a job at Memphis or in Portland. Cuz people like you need to learn patience. For those of you that waited and that I got back to I hope you get a job or hear from Cullen sooner than later. Good Luck!

Ha ha ha ha ha Some people's children.

Ozpilot414 09-17-2009 02:44 PM

I hear people take the job and then do their home work and then decided they don't want the job...or Puss out if you will. Why apply for a job when all the details are posted in black and white?? Do you think some how your going to get paid more than everyone else? Do you think your better than us? Find a loop hole that we have not tried yet? Good grief people.. a wise man once told me, "This business would be so much better if it weren't for pilots and passengers."

travelnate 09-17-2009 03:13 PM

Oz,

I feel your pain. We hired an FO for the Metro, even got him TYPE RATED in it (we require that since we do Cuba/Bahamas/Turks), and the @#*U@#$ quit 2 days into the job.

Unfortunately, that now means anyone coming on board my airline is stuck with a 1 year work contract and we do hold back some money.

:/

HungryPilot 09-17-2009 08:49 PM

Yeah, people like that really hurt the rest of us. I know a guy that got a great corporate gig and was typed in the 1900. Sure it's not fancy but he didn't do anything for months while there new plane was getting a kicking interior and all the bells and whistles installed and he was still payed a ton of money during that time. Quits shortly after that because he wanted to do more flying. I guess $120K doesn't buy everyone. So after that they will only hire people already typed plus a contract and i think less pay too. Another friend lucked out on a lear job and got PIC typed. Ditched it shortly after to go back to huston. As far as applying for jobs that you don't know what going on even when details are black and white I hope you are not talking about Seaport. Only info I could find was aircraft type and pay. There are a lot more details than that.

wareagle07 09-18-2009 04:29 AM


Originally Posted by HungryPilot (Post 680361)
I hope you are not talking about Seaport. Only info I could find was aircraft type and pay. There are a lot more details than that.


Exactly right. I guess I'm one of the people who has everyone so worked up. HungryPilot nailed it on the head... there was a lot I found out at the interview that wasn't available beforehand, much less black and white. If anyone is thinking about interviewing feel free to PM me and I'll be happy to fill you in on the many pros and cons that I learned about. The guys who interviewed me were great... hopefully they're more of a reflection of the SeaPort work force than the folks who get so flustered on here.

Ozpilot414 09-18-2009 01:54 PM

What did you find out After the interview that you did not know before the interview? I dont want to start a war about he said she said but I just want to know what changed ur mind? So that I can included that information to others who ask. No ones is flustered... curious is now a better word.

FL360 09-20-2009 04:41 PM


Originally Posted by Ozpilot414 (Post 680635)
What did you find out After the interview that you did not know before the interview? I dont want to start a war about he said she said but I just want to know what changed ur mind? So that I can included that information to others who ask. No ones is flustered... curious is now a better word.

Oz,
Here's an example of something that got me thinking after the interview. When I asked about schedules I was told ..."5 on, 2 off, eventually shooting for 4 on, 3 off." Done. Black and white, right? After a couple weeks of asking various QOL questions to current employees, someone told me you actually sit on reserve from 6am to 6pm on your "off" days. Could you confirm or refute this for me? Thanks.

I can see both sides of the coin here. If you know what equipment you're flying, what your role is, where you're based, what the pay is, then get the job and go to work? Sometimes though, the devil's in the details.

Ozpilot414 09-20-2009 09:57 PM

Thats i true and untrue... there are some lines with reserve. Depends on what you bid for...lines are broken up...so you work all day Fri Sat and Sun sit reserve on Monday...Some lines are work Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri off Sat and Sun.... all depends on your seniority...


Originally Posted by FL360 (Post 681550)
Oz,
Here's an example of something that got me thinking after the interview. When I asked about schedules I was told ..."5 on, 2 off, eventually shooting for 4 on, 3 off." Done. Black and white, right? After a couple weeks of asking various QOL questions to current employees, someone told me you actually sit on reserve from 6am to 6pm on your "off" days. Could you confirm or refute this for me? Thanks.

I can see both sides of the coin here. If you know what equipment you're flying, what your role is, where you're based, what the pay is, then get the job and go to work? Sometimes though, the devil's in the details.


Jowersman 09-21-2009 09:05 AM

Guys.. unfortunately I didn't get the job with Seaport. I guess it's back to flight instructing and making no money =/

dashtrash300 11-03-2009 07:53 AM

Does anyone have any information on Cullen? I have his email but what is his first name and phone number. I need it for unemployment. ;) Thanks!

BeardedFlyer 09-23-2011 10:10 PM

Any hiring news at SeaPort? I heard some FO slots might be opening up. Any truth to this?

pete2800 09-23-2011 11:30 PM


Originally Posted by BeardedFlyer (Post 1059311)
Any hiring news at SeaPort? I heard some FO slots might be opening up. Any truth to this?

Who did you hear this from, and for which location were they talking about?

I interviewed in PDX back in June, and was offered a spot in the 'pool.' I attended their new-hire ground school the last week of June, and have been waiting ever since.

I got a call from them maybe a week ago, they were saying that they had two FO openings in MEM.... After a little discussion we concluded that I'd be better off to sit and wait for an opening in PDX. So still waiting, I suppose.

That's all the news I've got, anyway.

BeardedFlyer 09-24-2011 06:41 PM

My sources are not solid, just a rumor from a friend of a friend of one of the FO's in PDX.

How long are upgrades taking over there? I can't imagine anyone would want to sit right seat in a PC-12 for too long.


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