November 2019
1. Wings for Autism:The Arc of Anchorage is coordinating the Wings for Autism program that gives families and aviation professionals the confidence to take to the skies with ease by providing an airport “rehearsal”, as well as a presentation on the aircraft. Event to be held November 2nd at 11:00 AM. To learn more, click here: allevents.in/anchorage/wings-for-autism-anc/200018003775937?ref=organizer-page#
2. Airport Concessions: Aurora Chocolates has recently opened in Concourse C by gate C7 offering Alaskan made gourmet chocolates.
3. Real ID: Beginning October 1, 2020, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. For more information, visit: tsa.gov/real-id.
4. Passenger Drop-off/Pick-up: This holiday season we are reminding the public when you pick up/drop off passengers at the airport the driver of the vehicle must stay with the vehicle at all times. Vehicles on the ramp cannot be left unattended and may be subject to a potential Police citation and a TSA fine. The Anchorage airport is one of the few places that offers free parking in the south terminal parking garage for up to 30 minutes. A cell phone lot is also available to those awaiting arrivals.
5. Terminal Music Performances: Throughout the holiday season various elementary schools and musical groups will be performing for the traveling public near the screening checkpoint. A schedule of performances will be posted to the airport website at anchorageairport.com.
6. Airport Recruitment: The Airport is recruiting for equipment mechanics and operators, as well as facility maintenance positions. Information on these opportunities can be found on Workplace Alaska or through Local 71 at the following web addresses: local71.com/jobs and governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska. Active recruitments are:
| Equipment Operator Journey II | $23.60/hr | Class A CDL required at time of hire. |
| Seasonal Equipment Operator Journey II | $23.60/hr | Class A CDL required at time of hire. |
| Equipment Operator Journey I | $22.16/hr | Class A CDL required at time of hire. |
| Seasonal Equipment Operator Journey I | $22.16/hr | Class A CDL required at time of hire. |
| Electrician | $26.73-30.68/hr | Class B CDL required within 90 days of hire. |
If you would like to visit the airport to learn more about these positions and how you can join the ANC Team, contact: Airfield Maintenance 907-266-2710, or Airport Facilities 907-266-2484.
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Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is an important gateway to the city of Anchorage and the State of Alaska. More than 5 million passengers fly through ANC annually. Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is responsible for approximately 15,577 airport & community jobs, earning $1 billion. That's 1 in 10 jobs in Anchorage.
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