SWA In-House Job Fair, 30 Sep 17?
08-19-2017, 05:15 PM
#11
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Joined APC: Oct 2015
Posts: 24
Per the website, it is showing an event on the 30th with availability to sign up on Aug 30th.
Anyone with experience from the last Open Houses remember around a timeframe when it opened up?
Also any insight as to how the day progressed would be great. I tried to scour the previous threads but am curious to what types of questions were asked on the 1-on-1 and in general what the event entailed.
Greatly appreciate any information and as a Dallas native would be delighted to join the ranks.
Anyone with experience from the last Open Houses remember around a timeframe when it opened up?
Also any insight as to how the day progressed would be great. I tried to scour the previous threads but am curious to what types of questions were asked on the 1-on-1 and in general what the event entailed.
Greatly appreciate any information and as a Dallas native would be delighted to join the ranks.
08-19-2017, 06:14 PM
#12
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Joined APC: Nov 2011
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Posts: 344
Originally Posted by RiseGuy
Per the website, it is showing an event on the 30th with availability to sign up on Aug 30th.
Anyone with experience from the last Open Houses remember around a timeframe when it opened up?
Also any insight as to how the day progressed would be great. I tried to scour the previous threads but am curious to what types of questions were asked on the 1-on-1 and in general what the event entailed.
Greatly appreciate any information and as a Dallas native would be delighted to join the ranks.
Anyone with experience from the last Open Houses remember around a timeframe when it opened up?
Also any insight as to how the day progressed would be great. I tried to scour the previous threads but am curious to what types of questions were asked on the 1-on-1 and in general what the event entailed.
Greatly appreciate any information and as a Dallas native would be delighted to join the ranks.
08-19-2017, 07:44 PM
#13
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Joined APC: Oct 2016
Position: PWB/CPDLC Admin
Posts: 23
I went to both of the previous job fairs. (have been hired by SWA since) They take them very seriously, they make them fun and informative. Of course, everyone is there for the 1 on 1 and they know it. You "checked in" to the event with provided computers to show that you were there. There was a meet and greet, followed by breaking up into groups of about 10-15 people and then you went on tours of the NOC and toured the various buildings.
The 1 on 1 was basically a complete review of your pilotcredentials profile. They go through it line by line, and look at your resume and ask you questions. Its pretty informal to be honest. However, I will say the guy who did my 1 on 1 did my logbook review during my actual interview. So, the people who are doing the 1 on 1 are the ACTUAL interviewers. Impress them, give them something to remember you by, and you'll perhaps get a call.
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
The 1 on 1 was basically a complete review of your pilotcredentials profile. They go through it line by line, and look at your resume and ask you questions. Its pretty informal to be honest. However, I will say the guy who did my 1 on 1 did my logbook review during my actual interview. So, the people who are doing the 1 on 1 are the ACTUAL interviewers. Impress them, give them something to remember you by, and you'll perhaps get a call.
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
Originally Posted by RiseGuy
Per the website, it is showing an event on the 30th with availability to sign up on Aug 30th.
Anyone with experience from the last Open Houses remember around a timeframe when it opened up?
Also any insight as to how the day progressed would be great. I tried to scour the previous threads but am curious to what types of questions were asked on the 1-on-1 and in general what the event entailed.
Greatly appreciate any information and as a Dallas native would be delighted to join the ranks.
Anyone with experience from the last Open Houses remember around a timeframe when it opened up?
Also any insight as to how the day progressed would be great. I tried to scour the previous threads but am curious to what types of questions were asked on the 1-on-1 and in general what the event entailed.
Greatly appreciate any information and as a Dallas native would be delighted to join the ranks.
08-19-2017, 08:43 PM
#14
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Joined APC: Nov 2015
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Originally Posted by Zini
I went to both of the previous job fairs. (have been hired by SWA since) They take them very seriously, they make them fun and informative. Of course, everyone is there for the 1 on 1 and they know it. You "checked in" to the event with provided computers to show that you were there. There was a meet and greet, followed by breaking up into groups of about 10-15 people and then you went on tours of the NOC and toured the various buildings.
The 1 on 1 was basically a complete review of your pilotcredentials profile. They go through it line by line, and look at your resume and ask you questions. Its pretty informal to be honest. However, I will say the guy who did my 1 on 1 did my logbook review during my actual interview. So, the people who are doing the 1 on 1 are the ACTUAL interviewers. Impress them, give them something to remember you by, and you'll perhaps get a call.
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
The 1 on 1 was basically a complete review of your pilotcredentials profile. They go through it line by line, and look at your resume and ask you questions. Its pretty informal to be honest. However, I will say the guy who did my 1 on 1 did my logbook review during my actual interview. So, the people who are doing the 1 on 1 are the ACTUAL interviewers. Impress them, give them something to remember you by, and you'll perhaps get a call.
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
08-20-2017, 12:23 AM
#15
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Joined APC: Aug 2013
Posts: 541
Originally Posted by Zini
I went to both of the previous job fairs. (have been hired by SWA since) They take them very seriously, they make them fun and informative. Of course, everyone is there for the 1 on 1 and they know it. You "checked in" to the event with provided computers to show that you were there. There was a meet and greet, followed by breaking up into groups of about 10-15 people and then you went on tours of the NOC and toured the various buildings.
The 1 on 1 was basically a complete review of your pilotcredentials profile. They go through it line by line, and look at your resume and ask you questions. Its pretty informal to be honest. However, I will say the guy who did my 1 on 1 did my logbook review during my actual interview. So, the people who are doing the 1 on 1 are the ACTUAL interviewers. Impress them, give them something to remember you by, and you'll perhaps get a call.
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
The 1 on 1 was basically a complete review of your pilotcredentials profile. They go through it line by line, and look at your resume and ask you questions. Its pretty informal to be honest. However, I will say the guy who did my 1 on 1 did my logbook review during my actual interview. So, the people who are doing the 1 on 1 are the ACTUAL interviewers. Impress them, give them something to remember you by, and you'll perhaps get a call.
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
08-20-2017, 02:18 AM
#16
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Joined APC: May 2007
Position: Some Hotel
Posts: 1,617
Originally Posted by Zini
We need everyone we can get. Many people are not showing up for classes as other majors are hiring so much. Folks are interviewing and being offered classes as soon as 2 weeks out. Pretty nuts really. So, we need another 350ish this year, along with another 1000 next year.
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
Pilot hiring is saying, "Hire pilots and dont stop" is their guidance. Its a good time for those looking to come over.
The grass is definitely greener! Best of luck!
08-20-2017, 04:02 AM
#17
Furloughed Again?!
Joined APC: Aug 2007
Position: Boeing 737
Posts: 4,795
Originally Posted by CRJDriver
But are they actually hiring guys, yet without Turbine PIC time? I'm 10+ years 121 experience, but no TPIC time (not by choice), currently flying for a 'major'. Is it worth going to the hiring expo? I've heard TPIC is still a must or your resume has to be pretty amazing with other qualifications to even get a look.
Just wanted to say that I did the same thing you did. Went to a major before 9/11 without any turbine PIC. Furloughed after 9/11 and the competitive hiring requirements went through the stratosphere. Took me another 10 years to finally get that 1000 PIC turbine.
I have a whole lot of regrets in my career but one of the biggest was leaving the regionals before getting the PIC time. That decision ended up costing me many years of struggles during the lean times of the lost decade.
I don't think that you're in the same boat given the current hiring environment. But I also believe that things are still pretty competitive. Without the PIC time I think that you would need some impressive qualifications that help your resume rise to the top among the many candidates who DO have PIC time (in addition to check airmen, chief pilots, WINGS counselors, huge volunteerism, folks with masters degrees, etc)
Another year into the shortage and things might be different. I'm rooting for you! Hopefully you do better than I did.
08-20-2017, 04:51 AM
#18
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Joined APC: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,383
Originally Posted by ZapBrannigan
Just wanted to say that I did the same thing you did. Went to a major before 9/11 without any turbine PIC. Furloughed after 9/11 and the competitive hiring requirements went through the stratosphere. Took me another 10 years to finally get that 1000 PIC turbine.
I have a whole lot of regrets in my career but one of the biggest was leaving the regionals before getting the PIC time. That decision ended up costing me many years of struggles during the lean times of the lost decade.
I don't think that you're in the same boat given the current hiring environment. But I also believe that things are still pretty competitive. Without the PIC time I think that you would need some impressive qualifications that help your resume rise to the top among the many candidates who DO have PIC time (in addition to check airmen, chief pilots, WINGS counselors, huge volunteerism, folks with masters degrees, etc)
Another year into the shortage and things might be different. I'm rooting for you! Hopefully you do better than I did.
I have a whole lot of regrets in my career but one of the biggest was leaving the regionals before getting the PIC time. That decision ended up costing me many years of struggles during the lean times of the lost decade.
I don't think that you're in the same boat given the current hiring environment. But I also believe that things are still pretty competitive. Without the PIC time I think that you would need some impressive qualifications that help your resume rise to the top among the many candidates who DO have PIC time (in addition to check airmen, chief pilots, WINGS counselors, huge volunteerism, folks with masters degrees, etc)
Another year into the shortage and things might be different. I'm rooting for you! Hopefully you do better than I did.
08-20-2017, 05:03 AM
#19
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Joined APC: Jun 2017
Posts: 963
Originally Posted by CRJDriver
But are they actually hiring guys, yet without Turbine PIC time? I'm 10+ years 121 experience, but no TPIC time (not by choice), currently flying for a 'major'. Is it worth going to the hiring expo? I've heard TPIC is still a must or your resume has to be pretty amazing with other qualifications to even get a look.
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