Now Hiring - Indoor Skydiving Instructors! (iFLY Long Island City)
About The Position
iFLY is hiring a Flight Instructor for its Long Island City location. The instructor delivers indoor skydiving experiences, teaching participants of all skill levels the techniques and safety protocols needed to fly confidently in a fun, supportive, and secure environment. The role involves pre-flight instruction, in-flight guidance, post-flight feedback, safety oversight, teamwork, continued training, and promoting optional flight-related add-ons. Onboarding includes an approximately 4-to-5-month Flight Instructor Training Program involving extensive hands-on training. 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. This is a physically demanding position. Candidates must pass a role-related Post Offer Employment Test (POET) before beginning training. The test assesses agility, stamina, and strength by simulating movements and actions typical of an instructor’s workday.
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 (POET) 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, passion, and a positive attitude.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Commitment to continuous improvement through training, learning, and feedback.
- Safety-focused approach.
- Ability to work well on a team and maintain positive relationships.
Responsibilities
- Teach indoor skydiving maneuvers, body positioning, control techniques, and safety protocols.
- Engage participants with enthusiasm and professionalism, creating an exciting flight experience.
- Enforce safety standards and maintain safe, smooth operations.
- Conduct pre-flight safety and technique briefings, answer questions, and help calm participants’ nerves.
- Provide constructive post-flight feedback to build participants’ confidence and skills and encourage new flyers.
- Collaborate with instructors and staff to support an effective, cohesive team environment.
- Keep current with training tools and techniques and develop instructional skills and the customer experience.
- Promote add-on purchases, including additional flight time, high flights, return visits, and media packages.
Benefits
- Competitive wages, sales commissions, and milestone bonuses; minimum hourly rate guaranteed during the training program.
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental plans.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Parental leave.
- Company holidays.
- 401(k) retirement investment plan.
- Employee Assistance Programs, including face-to-face 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
