Now Hiring - Indoor Skydiving Instructors! (Seattle Market)
About The Position
Our mission is clear: Make the dream of flight a reality! With almost 100 state-of-the-art locations in 19 countries, iFLY isn't just a company—it's a movement. We're the global leader, pushing the envelope in indoor skydiving and creating thrilling, unforgettable experiences. We need career-minded, fearless Flight Instructors to join our elite team! If you have spent a significant part of your life in a physically demanding role that requires strength and stamina, we want to hear from you! In this high-flying role, you'll be the ace guiding our customers through the art of indoor skydiving. We’re looking for passion, energy and a commitment to deliver adrenaline-pumping instruction. If you thrive in the cockpit of a dynamic, team-oriented environment, throttle up and apply now! This Job Requisition is for the Seattle Market. As part of our onboarding process, you will engage in a thorough Flight Instructor Training Program lasting around 4 to 5 months. This program involves extensive hands-on training to equip you for success as an Instructor at iFLY. For the duration of the TRAINING PROGRAM, iFLY will GUARANTEE a MINIMUM Hourly Rate of $22.00.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be in great physical condition, the role is physically demanding for long periods of time
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays, which are our busiest times
- Interest or background in coaching, teaching, and facilitating activity-based or entertainment-oriented roles
- Passionate people with high energy and a positive attitude
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Commitment to continuous improvement through training, learning and feedback
- Safety focused
- Ability to work well within a team maintaining positive relationships
Responsibilities
- Deliver state-of-the-art instruction on indoor skydiving maneuvers, so that every participant masters body positioning, safety protocols and control techniques.
- Engage participants with enthusiasm, professionalism and a passion for flight. Make each flight an exhilarating journey.
- Navigate and enforce all safety standards with precision. Maintain a safe environment for everyone, providing smooth and secure operations.
- Conduct flight safety instructions, flight techniques, answer questions, and calm pre-flight nerves.
- Offer constructive feedback post-flight. Boost participants' confidence and skills with your expert insights and motivate new flyers.
- Collaborate seamlessly with fellow instructors and staff. Promote a cohesive and supportive team environment for maximum efficiency.
- Stay updated on the latest training tools and techniques to continually enhance both your instructional skills and the overall customer experience.
- Actively drive add on sales by introducing guests to options that enhance their flight—such as additional flight time, high flights, return visits, or media packages.
Benefits
- Competitive wages, sales commissions and milestone bonuses (minimum guarantee rate for duration of training program)
- Medical, dental, vision and supplemental plans
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Parental Leave
- Company Holidays
- 401k retirement investment
- Employee Assistance Programs (F2F counseling, financial coaching, legal counseling & 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
