On-Call Airfield Escort Services Technician

WSP•Louisville, KY

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently seeking an On-Call Airfield Escort Services Technician to support ongoing construction and operational activities in Louisville, KY for the Louisville International Airport. This role is responsible for the safe and compliant escorting of contractors, vendors, and trucking personnel throughout controlled airfield environments. This on‑call position requires availability for weekend assignments, with work schedules driven by active construction and operational needs. The position ensures adherence to airport safety requirements, operational protocols, and regulatory standards while navigating active work zones, runways, and taxiways. The position ensures adherence to airport safety requirements, operational protocols, and regulatory standards while navigating active work zones, runways, and taxiways. Your Impact Escort authorized contractors, construction crews, and trucking operators to designated airfield and restricted-access areas. Communicate work locations, key site features, and required access procedures. Provide clear direction on assigned travel routes, required checkpoints, and safe maneuvering around active airfield operations. Identify and communicate known or potential hazards, including: Active runways/taxiways Aircraft movements Construction activity Variable airfield conditions Maintain continuous visual contact and ensure escorted vehicles follow the approved route without deviation. Monitor airfield radio communications (if applicable) and follow direction from Airfield Operations or FAA Air Traffic Control. Report unsafe behaviors, security concerns, or airfield hazards encountered during escort operations. Maintain up‑to-date knowledge of airport layout, construction phases, closures, and operational impacts. Complete all required logs, reports, and daily activity documentation. Adhere to all airport safety policies, security protocols, and applicable federal regulations, including Part 139 requirements. Who You Are

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; additional education or training in transportation, aviation, or security preferred.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to obtain and maintain required airport security credentials (SIDA badge, AOA access).
Strong verbal communication and coordination skills.
Excellent situational awareness and hazard‑recognition abilities.
Ability to remain attentive in a dynamic, safety‑sensitive environment.
Strong directional awareness and comfort navigating large, complex facilities.
Ability to enforce safety rules professionally and consistently.
Reliable, punctual, and able to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to work shift schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays based on construction schedules.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in airfield operations, transportation, construction escorting, or security is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Escort authorized contractors, construction crews, and trucking operators to designated airfield and restricted-access areas.
Communicate work locations, key site features, and required access procedures.
Provide clear direction on assigned travel routes, required checkpoints, and safe maneuvering around active airfield operations.
Identify and communicate known or potential hazards, including: Active runways/taxiways Aircraft movements Construction activity Variable airfield conditions
Maintain continuous visual contact and ensure escorted vehicles follow the approved route without deviation.
Monitor airfield radio communications (if applicable) and follow direction from Airfield Operations or FAA Air Traffic Control.
Report unsafe behaviors, security concerns, or airfield hazards encountered during escort operations.
Maintain up‑to-date knowledge of airport layout, construction phases, closures, and operational impacts.
Complete all required logs, reports, and daily activity documentation.
Adhere to all airport safety policies, security protocols, and applicable federal regulations, including Part 139 requirements.