SWA April Interview calls

[Glasairplt]

Re: April Interviews

I know one person who got a call this week so I guess they've started calling...

 

[chase]

April interview calls are out

SWA has started calling at the beginning of the week for April interview dates. If you are sitting there wondering what you might need in case they call here is a list of some things you might wish to get handy so in case you need extra time finding them, you'll be ahead of the game & not scrambling.

1. A copy of your High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
2. A copy of your college diploma(s) (if applicable)
3. Copy of your first class medical certificate
4. Copy of your ATP certificate (both sides)
5. Copy of your US Passport and driver's license
6. Copy of your logbook records (something easy to read & understand for the reviewers).

There are other forms that will be sent to you & the instructions are self explanatory about what you do with them. These items above shouldn't be a big deal but for some folks the HS diploma (GED) or college diploma may require some fast scrambling to get in time to meet the deadline for the interview.

If you haven't already run a recent credit check it isn't a bad idea to do one just to see if identity theft may have impacted your rating. Nationa driver's registry is another one that doesn't hurt to look at in advance so you know there are any surprises there either.

Just some thoughts for those waiting on the call. Interviews have gone smoothly. The "new process" isn't really anything to sweat over. As folks have said it is like the old process in that SWA is still looking for the "real you" & isn't looking for anything different than what it has looked for in the past. Be yourself, relax enjoy it, enjoy the time at SWA meeting some great interviewees/interviewers & visiting the SWA facilities. Good luck to those who have gone this week & to those who will be going in the future. To those awaiting the call, start your preparation now so you won't be caught off guard or are scrambling for forms or prerequisites at the last minute. Cheers,

 

[saabcaptain]

these items i assume are to be brought to the interview, not something you need to have ready to send to SWA when they call correct?

 

[batsky2000]

Do they need your HS diploma if you went to college? I have my college transcrips and diploma, but HS?

 

[chase]

answers

Saabcpt,

Yes, when you come to the interview, pls have copies of these documents.

batsky2000,

Yes, HS/GED diploma paperwork. This is often times the tough one but that is why I'm putting it out there now vs. you having to scramble for it later. Start looking/investigating how to find yours/get a new one/copy of old one. I hope I didn't ruin your day.
cheers

 

[tmstewar2]

As a previous PD Pilot Recruiter this is what I can tell you about the process. They have not made an significant changes to the overall process the goal is to find the best Customer Service Oriented Pilot that believes in the SWA Philosophy. From what I understand about the additional LIO is to make sure you can handle yourself under pressure. Feedback so far is if you know what you are doing its not a being deal.

The interview is mostly about you as a person - are you the type of individual that SWA wants in front of their customers.

There are some keys to the process if you want more information please email me. [email protected]

SWA goal is to get the best person for the job. Who has what SWA is looking for in flight skills and fit with the company.

I hope this has helped - I know there is a lot of talk now that interviews are starting back up. Just remember to BE YOURSELF!!! Nothing more, nothing less.

 

[Varmint]

Chase (or anyone who might know),

Do you know a range of how much Total time, Turbine time, and PIC turbine time that these guys, who have gotten interviews so far this month, have? I broke the PIC turbine min during the hiring freeze and have been waiting for years to be able to apply....the suspense is killing me.. Thanks in advance

 

[Loogie]

Quals for those being interviewed

For those of you who are getting called to interview with SWA: Could you post you flight time/aircraft/quals so we can get a sense of how the scoring system is working out.

Cheers,
Loogie