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Air Traffic Control Specialist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $37.96
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Training and Development

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a prominent air traffic control facility specializing in managing air traffic within a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Air Traffic Control Tower. This organization plays a critical role in the aviation industry by ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. The facility operates under the supervision of the Tower Manager, who oversees the control tower personnel and ensures high standards of safety and operational efficiency. As an employer, the facility is committed to maintaining compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, employing skilled and certified professionals dedicated to air traffic safety and control. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Possess a current Control Tower Operator (CTO) Certificate
  • Have a current Class II Medical Certificate
  • Undergo drug and/or alcohol testing as per DOT/FAA requirements including pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, and post-accident
  • Have at least six months experience holding a CTO Certificate or equivalent FAA credential with a tower rating in an Air Traffic Control Tower
  • Be able to work effectively under general supervision and perform duties independently
  • Maintain physical and mental fitness to meet medical and operational standards

Job Qualifications

  • Hold a Control Tower Operator Certificate with a facility rating or an FAA credential with a tower rating
  • Have a minimum of six months experience in an Air Traffic Control Tower
  • Demonstrate knowledge of FAA regulations and air traffic control procedures
  • Possess the ability to make quick, precise decisions under pressure
  • Maintain clear and effective communication skills
  • Exhibit strong situational awareness and ability to manage multiple aircraft
  • Show proficiency in using radar, navigational aids, and communication equipment

Job Duties

  • Make decisions involving the order of departures that assure equitable treatment and compliance with center or approach control clearances
  • Determine the times and direction of takeoff and any necessary departure turns
  • Decide whether inbound aircraft are to land immediately or circle and manage distances to control arrival sequencing
  • Manage the use of active and secondary runways including simultaneous operations
  • Optimize the interspersion of arrivals and departures to minimize traffic delays
  • Ensure clearance of landing and departing aircraft to maintain standard runway separation
  • Sequence arriving traffic to maintain a safe, orderly flow on final approach
  • Apply IFR separation standards delegated by approach control or center control
  • Determine usability of communication frequencies and navigational aids
  • Monitor control panels and instruct pilots to change frequencies and radar beacon codes
  • Coordinate with other controllers on aircraft movements
  • Preplan traffic sequencing and separation over extended areas when required
  • Maintain a continuous mental picture and evaluation of complex traffic
  • Provide continuous radio watch and handle IFR traffic responsibilities
  • Study weather bureau reports and forecasts, and operate lighting and signal equipment
  • Orient lost or distressed pilots and coordinate with emergency and operations teams
  • Perform lower grade level duties to maintain proficiency
  • Provide on-the-job training to others

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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