Maintenance Worker- SEASONAL, Parks & Recreation

About The Position

Coordinates and administers ramp control and gate management throughout the geographic boundaries of the McCarran International Airport non-movement area on a per shift basis. Serves as focal point for the safe, efficient and expeditious ground movement of aircraft ingress and egress within the confines of the ramp. Serves as liaison between the airport operations staff, tenants and the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Traffic Control Tower for administering flow management staging of departing aircraft and strategic gate management for arriving aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Controls the ground movement of aircraft within the non-movement area of McCarran Airport on an assigned shift, including coordinating gate scheduling, off-gate parking, aircraft hot and cold holding with all appropriate airline tenants.
• Applies ramp control procedures that provide safe movement of aircraft on the non-movement area and, to the extent practicable, are operationally acceptable to both the FAA and the airlines.
• Provides control, surveillance and traffic advisories when directing aircraft from predetermined drop-off points to the gate area, as well as the control of vehicles near taxiing aircraft and the coordination of aircraft gate scheduling.
• Utilizes computerized aids to effect ramp navigation. Applies Gate Flow and scheduling software to maximize gate assignments, aircraft push-backs and holding pad assignments.
• Operates automated/networked information display systems, video cameras and monitors, and sophisticated radio/communication systems. Reports the need for maintenance as required for any or all systems.
• Provides timely information to tenants/FAA; makes entries in daily operational logs and administers on-the-job training as required.
• Drives a motor vehicle to reach various work sites and respond to emergencies.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers through demonstrated teamwork. Uses standard office equipment in the work, including a computer.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time journey-level air traffic controller experience in an airport traffic control facility tower at a large commercial airport.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.

Benefits

• Group Insurance: Health and dental insurance is available at a minimal expense to eligible employees, spouses and dependents. The County pays the monthly life insurance premium for eligible employees.
• Service Connected Disability Insurance: Eligible employees are covered by a Workman's Compensation Program in accordance with the provisions of the Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NRS Chapter 616) and the Nevada Occupational Diseases Act (NRS 617).
• Long-Term Disability Insurance: The County pays a monthly premium toward a long-term disability plan for eligible employees.
• Vacation: Vacation leave accrual is based on length of County employment. Initial accrual is at the rate of 3.08 vacation hours for each biweekly pay period.
• Sick Leave: Eligible employees accrue 3.7 hours of sick leave for each biweekly pay period. Employees completing 10 years of service accrue an additional .92 hours of sick leave per biweekly pay period.
• Miscellaneous Leaves: Court leave, military leave, parental leave, leave without pay, blood donor leave, education leave, and County promotional/transfer application examination leave are available (upon approval) for eligible permanent employees.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Subject to availability of funds, eligible employees may be awarded tuition reimbursement upon successful completion of pre-approved, job related courses.