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Airport Ramp Tower Controller

AvAirPros

Airport Ramp Tower Controller

Kansas City, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    AVAIRPROS SERVICESAvAirPros Services is a privately held, employee-owned commercial aviation consulting and management firm serving airlines and airports across the US.

    Position Overview

    The Ramp Tower Controller will be directly responsible for safely controlling aircraft movement in the ramp areas near the terminal buildings in the International Terminal at the San Francisco International Airport. You will work closely with local FAA Air Traffic Control Tower personnel to ensure the safe, efficient, and expeditious movement of aircraft from the active taxiways to the non-movement ramp areas, and into their assigned gates. In addition,scheduling flexibility is critical - you must be available to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.Duties & Responsibilities

    Responsibilities include coordinating airline gate assignments, coordinating inbound/outbound baggage make-up units, updating terminal and gate Flight Information Displays, coordinating and tracking Common Use gates, issuingreports as required internally, by the FAA, Airport Authority, airlines, or other key stakeholders. The Ramp Tower Controller will, from time to time, provide the Ramp Tower Manager with reports, accomplishments, and issues related to the operations. Additional responsibilities of the Ramp Tower Controller include but are not limited to the following:

    Responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious movement of aircraft into and out of the responsible terminal ramp.

    Ensures all Flight Information Display System data is updated and correct.

    Validate all flight schedule information and ensure day-of-operation flight information is aligned with the real-time availability of resources.

    Identify and resolve potential off-schedule operations or conflicts before affecting real-time operations.

    Analyze, forecast, predict, and introduce gate plan adjustments to ensure maximum efficiency.

    Maintain an accurate database of airline flight schedules.

    Determine the most efficient gate plan with alternate scenarios, due to terminal constraints, construction projects, jet bridge availability, unforeseen equipment malfunctions, and airline irregularities.

    Respond quickly and professionally to airline needs and changes, while simultaneously ensuring the most effective use of resources.

    Effectively communicate and coordinate efforts between airlines, ground service providers, contractors, aircraft maintenance, and ramp activities, that may affect aircraft operations.

    Manage all phases of gate assignments during normal or irregular operations or as required by current procedure or protocol.

    Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Ramp Tower Manager or Executive Director.Preferred Qualifications

    High School Diploma, 2 years plus college, US Military, FAA, Certified Pilot, Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI).

    2+ years of progressive experience controlling aircraft movement at a large hub airport with multiple terminals and taxi lanes.

    Ability to communicate and write effectively and efficiently.

    Effective analytical and multi-tasking skills.

    Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment.

    Ability to work in both a team and self-managed environment.

    Proficient skills in using a computer and technical computerized systems.Salary & BenefitsAvAirPros Services offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package that includes company- paid health benefits for employees, paid time off, and employee ownership.AvAirPros is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment for all including minorities/women/veterans/disabled/lgbt.