Aircraft Marshaller / Aircraft Tug Operator / Airfield Sweeper

at  Amentum

MINIMUM POSITION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent training/experience.
• Ability to read and write English is required.
• Must be able to receive instructions/directions and provide progress reports via radio or cellular phone.
• Solid communications skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work as a member of a diverse, dynamic team.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Possess a valid issued driver’s license, passport from their country and could obtain a work visa.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Candidate should be other country national (OCN) or local national (LN).
• Prefer candidate who has experience working on a US Government contract.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Follow Me Vehicle Operator’s primary responsibility is to provide “Follow-Me” services to any aircraft when requested by the control tower or Airfield Management. This position is in support of the Air Force Contract Augmentation Program (AFCAP) and is located at Ascension Island Auxiliary Airfield (AAAF).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the aircraft with a “follow-me” vehicle to or from the runway and parking before takeoff or after landing. This may include leading an aircraft with a “follow-me” vehicle from one parking spot to a new parking spot.
• Provide ground operations support to include crash rescue crew, aircraft tug, FOD/sweeper, aircraft loading/support, and other contract flightline support vehicles IAW AFI and local Airfield instructions.
• Monitor all activity that would pose a hazard to aircraft or personnel working on or with aircraft then remove the hazard or prevent the hazard from impacting airfield operations.
• Monitor aircraft moving on the ground, direct aircraft taxiing, and monitor the safety of aircraft when engines are operational.
• Notify security enforcement personnel of any unauthorized aircraft start, movement, or suspicious and unusual act during airfield operations.
• Inspect vehicles for defects before and after trips
• Monitor vehicle during trips and submit reports indicating truck condition.
• Ensure Amentum Safety, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) and Environmental procedures are complied with.
• Maintains driver log according to I.C.C. regulations.