Air Traffic Control Specialist - $45.05 per HOUR

This position is within an Air Traffic Control Tower, a critical facility responsible for managing the safe and efficient flow of air traffic under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Air traffic control towers play an essential role in maintaining the safety and orderliness of aircraft arrivals and departures, ensuring that every flight operation is executed precisely and timely according to strict regulatory standards. The hiring establishment is committed to providing advanced air traffic management services, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and collaborative teamwork to facilitate navigation and communication with pilots. This role requires a high degree of situational awareness, decision-making ability, and coordination, forming a critical part of the aviation infrastructure that supports commercial, private, and government aviation activities. The role of an Air Traffic Controller in the tower under Visual Flight Rules encompasses a wide array of responsibilities that ensure the airspace and runways operate smoothly and safely. The individual in this position works under the general supervision of the Tower Manager, but is expected to perform duties independently, particularly after acquiring proficiency and familiarity with new or revised procedures. The Air Traffic Controller makes decisions that affect the order and timing of aircraft departures and arrivals, actively manages the sequence of inbound and outbound traffic to minimize delays and maximize safety, and controls the active runway utilization to accommodate multiple operations simultaneously. This role demands constant monitoring of communication frequencies and navigational aids to maintain alignment and ensure accurate display information. The Air Traffic Controller is also responsible for instructing pilots to change frequencies and radar beacon codes when necessary. Furthermore, the position requires coordination with other air traffic control units, preplanning traffic sequencing over large geographic areas, and maintaining a comprehensive mental picture of moving aircraft to uphold orderly traffic flow. Weather conditions factor significantly into the daily operations of this role. Controllers study and interpret weather bureau reports and forecasts, monitor real-time weather from the tower, and adjust operations to maintain safety. This includes communicating critical information such as field conditions, altimeter settings, and any malfunctioning navigational aids to pilots, the weather bureau, and relevant control centers. Additionally, the Air Traffic Controller provides assistance to pilots that may become disoriented or experience difficulty, coordinating with operations and emergency services as needed. The role also involves performing routine lower-grade duties for proficiency and operation requirements, as well as delivering on-the-job training to less experienced personnel. Employment for this position includes adherence to the Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration regulations regarding drug and alcohol testing, ensuring a safe and reliable operational environment. Compensation consists of an hourly wage of $45.05 plus a complexity rate, supplemented by a hazardous work rate of $4.98. This compensation package reflects the critical nature and high responsibility level of the position. In summary, this Air Traffic Controller role represents a vital component in aviation safety and efficiency, demanding a skilled professional capable of making quick, informed decisions, managing complex traffic environments, and maintaining calm under pressure. It offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-stakes environment contributing directly to the safety of air travel and the efficient functioning of a busy air traffic control tower.

• Must have a current Control Tower Operator Certificate
• Must hold a current Class II Medical Certificate
• Subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per DOT/FAA requirements
• Must have held a Control Tower Operator Certificate with a facility rating or FAA tower credential for at least six months in an Air Traffic Control Tower
• Ability to work under general supervision and independently
• Willingness to perform shift work as required
• Must be able to communicate effectively with pilots and other controllers