Role Overview

• Welcome students and guide them through takeoff briefings
• Help with glider setup and preparation at launch sites
• Double-check equipment and harnesses for safety
• Keep an eye on wind and weather conditions
• Support clear, confident radio communication
• Ensure smooth, safe launches every time

Minimum Requirements

• Valid paragliding pilot license (SHV or IPPI 4 equivalent)
• Required insurances and permits for freelance work in Switzerland
• Completed FLYwithMIKI Startleiter training (online or in-person)
• Comfortable communicating in English and German
• Safety-focused, responsible, and a team player

Compensation Structure

Our compensation model is designed to be both fair and performance-oriented, aligning the takeoff marshal’s earnings with the actual workload and operational intensity of the day. Unlike rigid industry-standard flat rates, our dynamic structure ensures that on lighter days—when there are fewer students and takeoffs—the marshal has the flexibility to fly, practice maneuvers, and continue improving their own skills, while still receiving a base-level compensation. On peak training days, when the workload is significantly higher and personal flying is limited or not feasible, the variable pay model ensures a substantially higher remuneration—potentially two to three times above traditional industry norms. This balance between flexibility, personal development, and generous performance-based pay makes the model attractive, motivating, and sustainable for committed professionals.

Legal and Tax Considerations

Gross payments; team members handle their own taxes and social contributions
Registration with AHV required if annual earnings exceed CHF 2,300

Freelance Collaboration Available for those who:

• Have a valid AHV number
• Are not economically dependent on FLYwithMIKI
• Work with multiple clients

This compensation framework is designed to be fair, transparent, and compliant with Swiss labor laws.

Fair Compensation Threshold

Exceeding the CHF 300/day threshold can unlock some great extras, like: Training and equipment credits