THIS IS A RAPID RESPONSE TEAM ROLE.
We are looking for candidates who have a depth of ATC experience so they can certify quickly, will be flexible to work where we need them to, and most likely for a few weeks at a time. They do not need to accept every offer we give them to move around,
If they are needed at a location outside of drivable distance from their home (50 miles or so), we will cover lodging and pay per diem, in addition to the controller hourly rate of the facility where they work and other health and wellness benefits.
Air Traffic Control Specialists (ATCS) control air traffic on and within the vicinity of the airport according to established procedures and policies to prevent collisions and minimize delays arising from traffic congestion. The incumbent is responsible for the safe, orderly and expeditious movement of air traffic through the nation's airspace. ATCS duties include:
· Answering radio calls from arriving and departing aircraft.
· Issuing landing/takeoff instructions.
· Issuing information such as runway to use, wind velocity and direction, visibility, taxiing instructions, and pertinent data on other aircraft operating in vicinity.
· Issuing air traffic clearances.
· Providing advice based on their own observations and information from the National Weather Service, IFR control facilities, flight service stations, pilots, and other sources.
· Taking and disseminating weather observations at Limited Aviation Weather Reporting Station (LAWRS).
· Transferring control of aircraft to receiving facilities when aircraft leave their airspace, and receiving control of aircraft coming into their airspace.
· Operating various types of equipment such as: radios, telephones, interphones, computer systems, radar, recording systems, weather equipment, light guns, airport/runway lighting systems, and backup equipment.
· Alerting airport emergency crews and other designated personnel when aircraft are having flight difficulties.
· Coordinating with and issuing instructions to airport vehicles and personnel.
· Maintaining and disseminating records of daily operations
· Conduct OJT-Instruction, as required'
- CTO is required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Control Tower Operator Certificate (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Remote