Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) - Seasonal
Job Category: Seasonal
Requisition Number: AIRAC001247
Location: EAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902, USA
Job Summary
The Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) provides flight instruction in accordance with Part 61, FAA regulations, Airmen’s Information Manual, advisory circulars, airport operations, and EAA Policies, procedures, and curriculum. This role involves approximately 30-minute flight sessions per camper.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Ensure all flight lessons are completed according to the EAA Air Academy Curriculum.
- Perform flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations in accordance with the approved Curriculum.
- Accurately maintain all appropriate records, including Camper logbooks.
- Monitor the maintenance condition of training aircraft and inform EAA maintenance personnel of any questionable items.
- Provide flight and ground instruction to enrolled students, maintaining the highest level of safety and standards.
- Maintain a clean, professional environment in the aircraft and on EAA grounds.
- Embrace and support the EAA mission and perform safe practices in the workplace and aviation environment.
- Step in to support staff in executing camp programming when flying is not possible.
- Provide assistance with pre-camp and post-camp procedures.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Certified Flight Instructor – Airplane Single Engine Land (CFI ASEL) required.
- Current second-class medical certificate.
- Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations and related administrative and operational procedures and requirements.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional techniques in the classroom and in flight.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment at all times.
Preferred Qualifications
- Actively instructing.
Competencies
- Interpersonal/human relations skills.
- Verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to instruct/teach.
- Attentiveness to detail.
- Aircraft piloting skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
Physical Requirements
This position operates in a typical camp or classroom environment. Extended hours, potentially encompassing early mornings and late evenings, exceeding 40 hours per week, may be required. Occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, and negligible force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with occasional walking and standing. Preparation for AirVenture or other events may require lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, standing and walking for extended periods while bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and performing push and pull motions.
EEO Statement
EAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company provides equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.