Ramp Tower Controller

1w1 week ago

Serco North America

San Diego, US · Temporary · $65,000 – $70,000

About this role

Serco operates the Ramp Control Tower at the San Diego International Airport, one of the most unique international airports on the U.S. west coast. Located next to the harbor with a clear view of the ocean, it serves commercial aircraft from all over the world. This is a temporary/term position with the possibility of becoming permanent.

If you are an air traffic controller with the desire for something a little different, then Ramp Control may be for you. You will use your skills and understanding of the air traffic control system to coordinate aircraft on the non-movement side. Authorize pushbacks and taxiing for handoff to the tower while directing to proper gates.

Part of a team of professional air traffic controllers staffing the Ramp Tower at this dynamic airport. Use state of the art systems for situational awareness on anticipated arrivals and departures. Communicate with pilots using aviation radios and dispatchers via FM radios and landlines.

Be part of professionals that make a difference at a challenging airport. This unique opportunity leverages your ATC experience in a distinctive ramp environment. Apply today to join the team at San Diego International Airport.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED)
Minimum of four (4) years experience as a journey level air traffic controller with the United States Department of Defense or FAA
Mobility and fitness to safely work in an air traffic control type tower including ability to lean over consoles for panoramic surveillance
Distant and near vision correctable to 20/20 in each eye with normal color vision, clear English speech, and hearing meeting ANSI standards
Successful completion of an education/experience background investigation and fingerprint based criminal history record check
Ability to be granted and maintain a security badge as mandated by the Authority, FAA and TSA
Ability to meet all minimum drug screening and prohibitions as established by the Authority and under applicable law
Air Traffic Control experience with a tower rating or certification is desirable

Responsibilities

Use skills and understanding of the air traffic control system to coordinate the movement of aircraft on the non-movement side of the airport
Authorize aircraft pushbacks and taxiing to the movement area for hand off to the air traffic control tower
Direct aircraft to the proper gate and deconflict them from other aircraft in the non-movement area
Use state of the art systems to provide situational awareness about anticipated aircraft arrivals and departures
Communicate with pilots using aviation radios and with dispatchers and airport personnel using FM radios and landlines