Construction Coordinator / On-Site Representative | Commercial Airfield Construction
About The Position
TKDA is hiring Construction Coordinators, also referred to as Radio Car Operators, to support commercial airfield construction at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport. The role monitors vehicular activity and escorts vehicles requiring airfield access during construction operations, scheduled maintenance, and material deliveries. It coordinates movement and closure activities with air traffic control, contractors, and airport tenants, and monitors construction and airfield operations for security and compliance with construction safety plans. The role may also assist with inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting, perimeter security, and safety areas, and provide assistance to airport security and emergency services during severe weather or potential airport emergencies, including accidents, security threats, or hazardous spills. The position is seasonal in nature and is primarily active during the peak construction season from April through November, approximately 40–50 hours per week. Safety training and pre-construction planning and reviews take place intermittently, as needed, during the off-peak season. Candidates must be flexible to work day and evening shifts and occasional weekends and holidays during the peak season. Employment is contingent on completing required background and security checks, including ongoing aviation-related state and/or federal requirements.
Requirements
- Ten or more years of experience in law enforcement, security operations, or emergency response management.
- Ability to react rationally and maintain emotional stability and self-control in high-stress situations.
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to obtain airfield driving privileges within 30 days of employment.
- Must complete and pass background and security requests required by state and/or federal aviation agencies as an ongoing condition of employment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Law Enforcement or a related field.
- Previous experience or familiarity with airport operations or airfield construction activities.
Responsibilities
- Monitor vehicular activity and provide vehicle escorts for those requiring airfield access during construction, scheduled maintenance, and material deliveries.
- Coordinate movement and closure activities with air traffic control, contractors, and airport tenants.
- Monitor construction and airfield operations for security and compliance with construction safety plans.
- Assist with inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting, perimeter security, and safety areas as needed.
- Assist airport security and airport emergency services during severe weather or potential airport emergencies, including accidents, security threats, or hazardous spills.
- Participate in and lead coordination discussions before and during construction operations, and during construction progress meetings and observations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.
- Eligibility for discretionary bonuses through an annual incentive plan.
- Monthly employer HSA contributions if enrolled in an HSA-eligible plan.
- Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan funded entirely by company profits.
- Paid time off accrued based on professional experience.
- Eight paid holidays per year.
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