Air Traffic Control Specialist (Part Time)
Millington-Memphis Airport•Millington, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
Under the supervision and direction of the Air Traffic Control Manager / Airport Director, this is a part-time position with Millington Airport Authority. The Air Traffic Control Specialist is responsible for providing air traffic control services during locally staffed operational hours at the Millington–Memphis Airport Non-Federal Control Tower. The position supports the safe, orderly, and efficient movement of aircraft operating at and in the vicinity of the airport. ATC Specialists will operate consistent with applicable FAA guidance and standard air traffic control procedures.
Requirements
- Control Tower Operator (CTO) Certificate required.
- Current Class II Medical Certificate.
- Previous air traffic control experience in a tower environment required.
- Familiarity with FAA air traffic control procedures and phraseology required.
- Must be able to climb stairs consisting of 55 steps to reach duty station.
- Ability to remain alert and attentive for extended periods.
- Ability to communicate clearly via radio and telephone.
- Ability to work evening and overnight hours.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening is required . Position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident)
- Must maintain physical fitness standards in accordance with Class II Medical Certificate.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required.
- Upon hiring, candidate is subject to a six-month probationary period.
- May be required to work rotating shifts, schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with previous FAA or Federal Contract Tower Specialist experience preferred.
- Candidates with recent operational experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide air traffic control services for aircraft arrivals, departures, and ground movements
- Manage traffic pattern operations and sequencing
- Issue taxi, takeoff, and landing instructions using standard FAA phraseology
- Maintain situational awareness of aircraft and vehicle activity on the airfield
- Coordinate aircraft operations with surrounding FAA air traffic control facilities as required
- Monitor weather conditions and relay information to pilots when appropriate
- Maintain tower operational logs and documentation
- Report operational incidents, equipment issues, or safety concerns
- Safe and efficient aircraft movement on runways and taxiways
- Monitoring and controlling vehicle access to movement areas
- Maintaining communication with aircraft and airport personnel
- Supporting emergency aircraft operations when required
- Adhering to procedures outlined in the NQA Non-Federal Tower Operations Manual
Benefits
- Hourly rate commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Limited benefits may be offered in accordance with airport personnel policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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