ATC review - Air Traffic Controller FAA Employee Review

4.0
Aug 4, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It's the only job I've had where I feel like I actually did something meaningful at the end of the day. You get to play a part in helping the whole world move. There was a pilot that called back to say that I really helped him out around weather during an emergency. That was a great feeling to know that I helped him out and I've certainly never found that satisfaction or opportunity at any other job.

Cons

The training is long and stressful but it's meant to be that way. Also, it's shift work. That means rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays -- you're going to miss birthdays, weekend BBQ's, Thanksgiving dinners, and Christmas mornings. Get used to it.

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Pros

Great goverment benefits, like holidays

Cons

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4.0
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Pros

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