Alas & Polar Interviews

[hawkerjet]

It's been pretty quiet from the Atlas and Polar guys lately. rumor has it they will be interviewing late march... does anyone have any knowledge on what is going on at Atlas and Polar? Thanx in advance

 

[Creamer]

Questions about Atlas

A friend of mine just got a call for an interview for Atlas. I don't know what the date is, but it is encouraging that they are looking. The HR person told him it was for a 747-400 position out of STN.

Now for the question.

I know STN is the junior base, but how junior or senior is Anchorage? That is where I'd like to end up. How long would someone have to stay at STN before getting based back in the states (ANC)?

 

[146guy]

what kind of schedules are typical at Atlas? What's competitive these days for an interview?


Thanks

 

[hawkerjet]

does anyone know the class date that Atlas is interviewing for presently?

 

[acer231]

Denise Combone sent me a drug test last week. They are planning a class for 4/18 and 5/?. So things are looking up there!!!

 

[timetoquit]

Denise Combone sent me a drug test last week. They are planning a class for 4/18 and 5/?. So things are looking up there!!!

Are these dates for Polar or Atlas?

 

[acer231]

Dates

I guess the scheduled dates are for Atlas but I think you may get to go to Polar if needed.

 

[ATR-DRIVR]

What if we would RATHER go to Polar? That is who I am applying for.

 

[hawkerjet]

hey acer231, thanx for the info. do you work there? i was wondering why they sent you a drug test, i don't understand. do you know when they'll interview for the 4-18 class? thanx in advance.

 

[furloughfodder]

Drug Test needs to be completed before he can start groundschool.

 

[hawkerjet]

thanx furloghfodder, i thought they pissed you at the interview.

 

[mar]

Six one way; half a dozen the other.

What if we would RATHER go to Polar? That is who I am applying for.

I dunno. I could be totally talking out of my butt right now, *but*, the Atlas and Polar pilot groups are "expected" to be merged into one list by 2006 with a common (for lack of a better word) contract.

So, you should probably consider your application as having been submitted to AAWH, Purchase, NY.

Good luck.

 

[hawkerjet]

before i speak out of my butt, i thought the lists were just recently merged between atlas and polar so getting on with one or the other is just a difference in pay initially and base.( stn vs. jfk) anyone who works their care to straighten this out for us. thanx in advance

 

[mar]

Not quite

I think the Board (in Jan, or so) instructed the company (AAWH) to merge the lists.

I'm obviously out of the loop here but company communication indicates this should be accomplished by 2006.

In the meantime there is a lot of legal, um, stuff to do between the company and ALPA.

I really don't know anymore than that. I just drive, you know? Maybe one of the older salty dogs can chime in.

But to answer your question, no, the lists are not merged yet.

 

[Boogenagen]

Its all gonna be a mess. Polars contract is up and I believe they are looking to get released to self help. I believe they have already been dealing with a mediator. AAWW isnt gonna nor have they showed any willingness to want to negotiate. Lists being merged by 2006 ? Wishful thinking.

 

[hawkerjet]

Hey acer123, do you know if the planned 4/18 class at atlas is a 747-400 class or a classic class ( try saying that 4 times fast)? thanx

 

[acer231]

Not really sure, but I think that they just put you where ever they need people at the time.... Good luck

 

[b757driver]

Interview Call

Just got the call from Atlas for an interview. They are interviewing late March and mid-April for both fleets I believe. That's all I know for now
Any advice from insiders on what to expect at the panel interview? Also, believe that there is a sim eval on the 747-200. Anyone know the profile? Anyone else get the call? Trade notes........

 

[ATR-DRIVR]

b-757,
did you have someone take a resume in or just email it over and how long before they called for the interview?
thanks,
hoping for the Polar side!

 

[b757driver]

ATR,
I made the initial contact at a job fair in MIA end of Jan. Then a few emails back and forth, I got a call from one of their Captains saying that he liked my resume. There then followed more emails (I was out of the country at the time) and more recently, HR emailed and called to offer an interview. So, I would say about 6 weeks. I think they only recently fixed up the actual dates for interviews as in Jan it was "accepting resumes for possible spring interviews".
I would suggest that you keep a dialogue going - both email and telephone contact. Don't be too pushy and don't mention that you would ONLY consider the Polar side. Leave that until the interview or if and when you get an offer.
If you want any more info, feel free to PM me.

 

[hawkerjet]

Did they give you a specific date for the interview?

 

[b757driver]

Yep, Mar 31 in MIA. Anyone else that date? Understand they are interviewing 10 candidates per interview date.

 

[uspilot]

Would Atlas hire someone with Green Card or you must be U.S citizen.

 

[b757driver]

Would Atlas hire someone with Green Card or you must be U.S citizen.

The handout says: "Legally authorized to work in the USA" and also "Current passport" since virtually all the routes are international/worldwide.
I would assume that that includes Green Cards.
Have you looked into the possibility of becoming a US citizen? You might be able to retain your original citizenship and have dual nationality. I only say this because it would definitely show commitment to the country you reside in, is not that expensive nor time-consuming and may make you as competitive as all the other candidates who are US citizens. All airlines are supposed to be "equal opportunity" employers but we all know (or should do) that sometimes decisions are made behind closed doors and you never know why you were not called for an interview. Quite simply, it's one less excuse for them to deny you an interview.

 

[uspilot]

Thanks for your kind reply. I have applied to become a U.S Citizen about 15 months ago.I have since been married and they needed some more information from me. I just wanted to get ball rolling while waiting for my citizenship.

P.S I am not trying to take away jobs from American, I can't fly for my country and frankly if i could i wouldn't. Thank you America, and thank you all for given me the oppurtunity to make my dreams come true and put food on the table.

 

[Whale Pilot]

US Pilot

Welcome to America! We are all from somewhere. Some born here other's like yourself. Somewhere in everyone's family that was born here came here as yourself.

You aren't taking anyone's Job. Your realizing the "American Dream"

Welcome!

 

[b757driver]

US Pilot:
Good for you. You are now doing everything you can to show committment, motivation and resourcefulness. These are all valued traits and should hold you in good stead at interview time. Good luck to you and remember, never stop trying!

 

[uspilot]

Guys thank you so much, and i will keep trying.

 

[B-atch]

US citizenship required at Polar

Polar currently requires that all new hires be US citizens with a current passport.

 

[Whale Rider]

B-atch is correct, US Passport or Bust.

Keep the Faith Guys!