Resume question

[Geigo]

For all you CP’s and personnel people out there I would like your opinions.

I currently flying aerial patrol and was hand picked buy the guy in charge (right place right time). Technically I’m an independent contractor who bills company B that has the contract with Company A (the guy that wants me to fly). When we fly he calls me directly and we go. I do check to make sure our plane hasn’t been taken as backup for someone else but for the most part we just do our thing.

My question is on my resume should I list this job as self employed or should I list it as an employee of the middleman? Any thoughts? Both pros & cons?

Thanks

Geigo

 

[bobbysamd]

Independent contractor

Nothing wrong with what you're doing. You are an entrepeneur. I would list myself as an independent contractor, on call to XYZ or whatever company(ies) who uses you.

Be sure to get an LOR from the guy in question.

Your resume is your document, contrary to an app, which is the company's document. Just the same, you must avoid puffing your resume; if anything, you must list your time accurately and understate the rest.

Good luck with your job search.

 

[Geigo]

Thanks Bobby,

I just wasn't sure as to the most appropriate way to list that. As for my time it is all accounted for to the hour. I am a little short on multi with just a little over 100, but there is not much need for a big truck trying to manuver down low.

Geigo

 

[B190Captain]

Another Q on resume,

Job history for the last 10 years is sufficient?

 

[Rick1128]

Last 10 years

Depends. Usually, but I usually like to see at least the last two or three jobs. What I have seen on resumes, any more than the last 4 and you're into 2 pages. Usually a major NO-NO. I would recommend that you list the last three or four positions. If it covers 10 or more years great. If not, the PRIA paperwork will cover it.

Note for military guys. You don't have to list every base you were stationed at. Or every J.O. b.s. job you were assigned.

 

[bobbysamd]

Job history

Job history for the last 10 years is sufficient?

I would second Rick, but it depends on the business. If it's all been aviation, fine. But if you've worked in aviation five years and in something(s) else for the rest of your work history, you might want to write a short line summarizing that work, e.g., from mine:

1969-1988 Radio News Announcer/Reporter/Talk Show Host.

Your employment history may not square with your age if you don't. In other words, let's say you're 27. It'll appear disingenuous if you show, e.g., only two aviation jobs as your entire work history.

Rick is absolutely correct about limiting your resume to one page. It can be done, even with long and varied work histories.

Hope that helps some more. Once again, good luck with your job search.

 

[Rick1128]

One point, on your employment history give enough information so you can be evaluated. One of my pet peeves is the resume that states

MM/YY Jim Bob's Flying Service
to Podunk, AR
MM/YY Pilot

What were you flying? Any special duties, skills? What rules were you under?

I tend to disregard these type of resumes. There is a school of thought that these applicants are hiding something. Or trying to put one over.

Remember, the resume is only a tool to get an interview. Normally you will not be hired off your resume.

Good luck.

 

[mackinhoes]

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