Now Hiring - Indoor Skydiving Instructors! (iFLY SFBay)
About The Position
iFLY is hiring Flight Instructors for iFLY SFBay to deliver indoor skydiving instruction and provide customers with safe, exciting flight experiences. Instructors guide and coach participants of all skill levels, teach body positioning and control techniques, explain safety protocols, and foster a fun, supportive environment. The role also includes pre-flight instruction, post-flight feedback, teamwork with other staff, ongoing training, and promoting add-on products and experiences. Onboarding includes a Flight Instructor Training Program lasting approximately four to five months. Relocation to another location and/or state is required during training, and iFLY provides financial support for relocation expenses. During the training program, iFLY guarantees a minimum hourly rate of $22. Candidates must pass a role-related Post Offer Employment Test before beginning training.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be in great physical condition and able to perform physically demanding work for long periods.
- Must pass the role-related Post Offer Employment Test before beginning training.
- Must be flexible to work weekends and holidays.
- Interest or background in coaching, teaching, and facilitating activity-based or entertainment-oriented roles.
- High energy, a positive attitude, and passion for working with people.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Commitment to continuous improvement through training, learning, and feedback.
- Safety-focused approach.
- Ability to work well within a team and maintain positive relationships.
- Must relocate to a different location and/or state during the four-to-five-month training program.
Responsibilities
- Teach indoor skydiving maneuvers, body positioning, control techniques, and safety protocols.
- Engage participants with enthusiasm, professionalism, and a passion for flight.
- Enforce safety standards and help maintain safe, smooth operations.
- Conduct pre-flight safety and technique briefings, answer questions, and calm participants' nerves.
- Provide constructive post-flight feedback to build participants' confidence and skills.
- Collaborate with fellow instructors and staff to promote an effective, supportive team environment.
- Participate in ongoing training and use feedback to improve instructional skills and customer experience.
- Promote add-on sales, including additional flight time, high flights, return visits, and media packages.
Benefits
- Competitive wages, sales commissions, and milestone bonuses.
- Minimum guaranteed hourly rate of $22 during the training program.
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental plans.
- Paid time off.
- Parental leave.
- Company holidays.
- 401(k) retirement investment.
- Employee assistance programs, including counseling, financial coaching, legal counseling, and mediation services.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Referral bonus program.
- Team member discount on retail merchandise and flight packages.
- Free flight time for team members and family.
- Ongoing training and development programs.
- Financial support for relocation expenses during training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
