DWI as a Trainee

[throwaway161718]

Throw away for obvious reasons.

I'm a D2 at a Z and got picked up for a DWI over the weekend. First offense of any kind, much less alcohol related, and I don't know what I need to do on the work side of things/what I should expect. I know prior to academy this kind of thing is a death sentence but I'm well out of my probationary period and have certs - basically who should I talk to first and what do I need to do?

My lawyer is pretty confident I can avoid a conviction and even suspension of my license. Just want to get ahead of things as much as possible

 

[FightingIrish2012]

If you are still on probation you will be fired, if you are past the 12 months you will get through it but expect the whole gamut of counselor appointments, rehab if you are an alcoholic or not, being off the floor for at least six months, being made the lowest priority when you get back, they will try to trick you to sign a “last chance” agreement, depending on the facility NATCA could be a massive help or tell you “you are just lucky to still have a job, how could you jeopardize having the greatest job in the world” and support you the same as if a OS got the DWI, etc…..

And all that will be the same if the charges are reduced or eventually dismissed as well.

 

[rhombus]

Throw away for obvious reasons.

I'm a D2 at a Z and got picked up for a DWI over the weekend. First offense of any kind, much less alcohol related, and I don't know what I need to do on the work side of things/what I should expect. I know prior to academy this kind of thing is a death sentence but I'm well out of my probationary period and have certs - basically who should I talk to first and what do I need to do?

My lawyer is pretty confident I can avoid a conviction and even suspension of my license. Just want to get ahead of things as much as possible

Talk to your rep first, full stop

 

[boots]

Nice knowin ya

 

[twn]

Isn't there a mandatory reporting time for stuff like this?

 

[Bandit117]

If you are still on probation you will be fired, if you are past the 12 months you will get through it but expect the whole gamut of counselor appointments, rehab if you are an alcoholic or not, being off the floor for at least six months, being made the lowest priority when you get back, they will try to trick you to sign a “last chance” agreement, depending on the facility NATCA could be a massive help or tell you “you are just lucky to still have a job, how could you jeopardize having the greatest job in the world” and support you the same as if a OS got the DWI, etc…..

And all that will be the same if the charges are reduced or eventually dismissed as well.

Last chance agreements can’t be forced?

 

[omgwtfbbq69lol]

Isn't there a mandatory reporting time for stuff like this?

You have to report it before you start your next shift.

 

[TimShady]

You have to report it before you start your next shift.

Pretty sure it’s within 48 hours and prior to your next shift. I’d talk to your FacRep ASAP if you haven’t yet. NATCA also has a Drug and Alcohol Committee that helps deal with these situations. You can email [email protected].

 

[omgwtfbbq69lol]

Flight Surgeon is within 48 hours, but for sure contact your rep, there are also phone numbers for DAC personnel on the NATCA website too.

 

[throwaway161718]

Thanks folks. My rep should have been my first thought but I was a little panicking but it's all reported appropriately now and I'm on track. Appreciate the guidance.

 

[Phanatical]

If you are able to save your job somehow, they will probably have you sign an agreement that says you can’t drink alcohol for the rest of your career.

 

[FightingIrish2012]

If you are able to save your job somehow, they will probably have you sign an agreement that says you can’t drink alcohol for the rest of your career.

If they do tell them to fuck off and consult the NATCA drug and alcohol team.

 

[rugbydog11]

If you are going to need a drug/alcohol/addiction specialist to provide a statement that you are not in fact an alcoholic, then Don't use EAP. Pony up the money and get a real specialist.

 

[AB19]

If they do tell them to fuck off and consult the NATCA drug and alcohol team.

They made someone at my last facility sign that statement

 

[Seymour Nips]

Throw away for obvious reasons.

I'm a D2 at a Z and got picked up for a DWI over the weekend. First offense of any kind, much less alcohol related, and I don't know what I need to do on the work side of things/what I should expect. I know prior to academy this kind of thing is a death sentence but I'm well out of my probationary period and have certs - basically who should I talk to first and what do I need to do?

My lawyer is pretty confident I can avoid a conviction and even suspension of my license. Just want to get ahead of things as much as possible

Guy I used to work with got a DWI at his last facility. Went through the rigamarole with the FAA with counseling, etc. Chances are you’ll be fine and will have to sign a last chance waiver. His letter basically said he could never drink again for the rest of his career. Flight doc cleared him to return to work after completing his courses and counseling sessions. Good luck. Don’t be a dumb fuck.

 

[Raise when?]

May I suggest not driving drunk anymore? You’ll be lucky if you keep your job

 

[GulfCharlie]

How the hell are people still getting DUI’s? Jesus people come on… pony up the $50 it takes for Uber to deliver you to the bar and back. *smashes head on desk*

 

[onGuard]

Throw away for obvious reasons.

I'm a D2 at a Z and got picked up for a DWI over the weekend. First offense of any kind, much less alcohol related, and I don't know what I need to do on the work side of things/what I should expect. I know prior to academy this kind of thing is a death sentence but I'm well out of my probationary period and have certs - basically who should I talk to first and what do I need to do?

My lawyer is pretty confident I can avoid a conviction and even suspension of my license. Just want to get ahead of things as much as possible

Whatever you do, don't quit while you're a trainee. My buddy was in the same scenario and decided to leave the agency which resulted in getting blacklisted

 

[DankVectorz]

We had a trainee who not only got a dui, but a few months later tried doing it again but his cars immobilizer locked him out. Judge sent him to Rikers for a week. That was almost 10 years ago and he’s still here.

 

[abc1234]

May I suggest not driving drunk anymore? You’ll be lucky if you keep your job

Someone at a Z on the east coast had 4 DUI's before he was fired