Tower operator job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example tower operator requirements on a job description
Tower operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in tower operator job postings.
Sample tower operator requirements
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of air traffic control procedures
- Ability to work flexible hours
Sample required tower operator soft skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Team player mentality
- Problem-solving skills
- Customer service skills
- Strong work ethic
Tower operator job description example 1
Timco Aviation Services tower operator job description
The Tower Operator is responsible for all air traffic control during hours of operation and on an as needed basis.
* Control all traffic during hours of tower operation. Remain on call for all contract aircraft after normal operation hours.
* Issue clearance for IFR traffic departing Lake City .
* Work with fixed base operator (Lake City Unicom) as to arriving, departing and emergency aircraft.
* Issue all pertinent information, such as runway in use, wind speed and direction and altimeter reading to all arriving and departing aircraft.
* Report to Jacksonville Center down times of arriving IFR aircraft.
* Control all ground vehicles either by radio or light gun during tower hours of operation.
* Work with HAECO Fire Department on all arriving and departing contract aircraft and all aircraft emergencies both contract and on-contract.
* Give estimated weather conditions when requested by pilots when reports are available.
* Notify all FAA agencies with all pertinent information concerning emergencies.
* Maintain log of all arriving and departing aircraft during hours of operation.
* Keep HAECO Records Department notified with arrival and departure times of contract aircraft.
* Work with company contracted customers and ETC dispatch offices to make sure of all arrivals and departures and information such as fuel loads and pass on all pertinent information to HAECO Maintenance to expedite handling contract aircraft.
* Coordinate flight crew transportation to and from either Jacksonville or Gainesville .
* File flight plans for pilots when requested.
* Aid, abet and expedite all aircraft in a safe and orderly manner.
Secondary Duties:
Perform other work as instructed by the Airport Operations Manager.
Accountabilities:
The Tower Operator is accountable to the Aircraft Operations Manager for performing daily assignments in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
Job Qualifications:
Minimum:
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Must possess Certified Tower Operator (CTO) certificate.
* Class II medical certificate required.
* Read, write and understand the English Language.
Physical Requirements:
* Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for prolonged periods of time, climb steps, ladders and/or service stands.
* Normal or corrected hearing and vision required.
* Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicles.
Other details
* Job Family Operations
* Job Function Airport Ops/Fire
* Pay Type Hourly
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* Control all traffic during hours of tower operation. Remain on call for all contract aircraft after normal operation hours.
* Issue clearance for IFR traffic departing Lake City .
* Work with fixed base operator (Lake City Unicom) as to arriving, departing and emergency aircraft.
* Issue all pertinent information, such as runway in use, wind speed and direction and altimeter reading to all arriving and departing aircraft.
* Report to Jacksonville Center down times of arriving IFR aircraft.
* Control all ground vehicles either by radio or light gun during tower hours of operation.
* Work with HAECO Fire Department on all arriving and departing contract aircraft and all aircraft emergencies both contract and on-contract.
* Give estimated weather conditions when requested by pilots when reports are available.
* Notify all FAA agencies with all pertinent information concerning emergencies.
* Maintain log of all arriving and departing aircraft during hours of operation.
* Keep HAECO Records Department notified with arrival and departure times of contract aircraft.
* Work with company contracted customers and ETC dispatch offices to make sure of all arrivals and departures and information such as fuel loads and pass on all pertinent information to HAECO Maintenance to expedite handling contract aircraft.
* Coordinate flight crew transportation to and from either Jacksonville or Gainesville .
* File flight plans for pilots when requested.
* Aid, abet and expedite all aircraft in a safe and orderly manner.
Secondary Duties:
Perform other work as instructed by the Airport Operations Manager.
Accountabilities:
The Tower Operator is accountable to the Aircraft Operations Manager for performing daily assignments in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
Job Qualifications:
Minimum:
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Must possess Certified Tower Operator (CTO) certificate.
* Class II medical certificate required.
* Read, write and understand the English Language.
Physical Requirements:
* Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for prolonged periods of time, climb steps, ladders and/or service stands.
* Normal or corrected hearing and vision required.
* Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicles.
Other details
* Job Family Operations
* Job Function Airport Ops/Fire
* Pay Type Hourly
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Tower operator job description example 2
Corrigan Oil tower operator job description
- Ability to operate all vehicles assigned to them.
- Maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions, checking that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
- Load cargo as instructed at designed location. Secure all cargo for safe transport.
- Maintain logs of hours and of vehicles service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
- Work with dispatch to calculate out the most efficient and effective driving routes.
- Inform dispatch and safety of any DOT fines, citations or any other relevant issues.
- Communication with Dispatch in regards to any potential customer issues such as; complaints, spills, leaks, incidents, accidents, injuries and vehicle issues.
- Communicate with maintenance in regards to any vehicle issues or needs and report any issues immediately.
- Keep you truck clean and orderly at all times.
- Responsible for general maintenance of truck, including but not limited to: checking oil and fuel levels.
- Complete all “pre-trip” requirements before each truck run and “post-trip” requirement at the end of each shift.
- Handle exposure to heavy traffic, dust, fumes, high and low temperatures, slippery surfaces, low-lighted work areas and high noise levels and handle high levels of stress.
- May be required to drive in hazardous conditions, including weather, tight quarters, and inner-city locations.
- Ability to push 96 pounds, lift 63 pounds, pull 130 pounds and climb ladder with a minimum of 3 rungs regularly.
- Ability to read and navigate road maps and GPS systems and communicate via written orders and instructions.
- Follow company quality, safety and environmental guidelines as well as employee handbook policies.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrate professionalism; be courteous and friendly to customers at all times.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned and operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Valid CDL class A license is required. Hazmat endorsement is preferred.
- 3+ years truck driving experience and 1+ experience operating equipment.
- Pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and 7-year background check.
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Tower operator job description example 3
Optimum Nutrition tower operator job description
Department: Production
Location: Twin Falls Plant
Exempt Status: Hourly
At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories - bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world.
Job Summary
Assure product meets quality and customer specifications through adherence to procedures and programs.
Essential Functions
* Sanitize towers every two hours
* Run towers in manual and auto mode
* Perform accurate inventory of cheese bags
* Break down of Tower during CIP
* Understanding of chemicals and their uses
* Proper cleaning of block conveyor lines
* Re-bag cheese if necessary
* Proper GMP in ready to eat area
* Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
* Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
* Perform other duties as assigned
Additional Functions
* Regular and timely attendance required
Glanbia Values
Delivering on Glanbia's Values:
* "Showing Respect" - Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication.
* "Find a Better Way" - Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value.
* "Winning Together" - Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
* "The Customer's Champion" - Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
* "Performance Matters" - Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.
Qualifications
* Computer experience helpful
* Must be dependable and trustworthy
* Must be accurate in taking samples and performing tests
* Get along and work well with people
* Cannot have any lifting restrictions
* Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
* Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
* Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
* Ability to read and write instructions in English
* Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
* Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required
Typical Physical Activity
Physical Demands
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee and the work environment characteristics are those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
* Frequently (51-75%) use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
* Occasionally (25-50%) walk, lift and/or move 26 to 60 lbs.
* Rarely (1-25%) stand, sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
* Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
Typical Environmental Conditions
May be exposed to ___85+______ noise levels in which hearing protection will be needed.
Disclaimer
Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Nearest Major Market: Idaho
Nearest Secondary Market: Twin Falls
Location: Twin Falls Plant
Exempt Status: Hourly
At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories - bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world.
Job Summary
Assure product meets quality and customer specifications through adherence to procedures and programs.
Essential Functions
* Sanitize towers every two hours
* Run towers in manual and auto mode
* Perform accurate inventory of cheese bags
* Break down of Tower during CIP
* Understanding of chemicals and their uses
* Proper cleaning of block conveyor lines
* Re-bag cheese if necessary
* Proper GMP in ready to eat area
* Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
* Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
* Perform other duties as assigned
Additional Functions
* Regular and timely attendance required
Glanbia Values
Delivering on Glanbia's Values:
* "Showing Respect" - Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication.
* "Find a Better Way" - Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value.
* "Winning Together" - Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
* "The Customer's Champion" - Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
* "Performance Matters" - Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.
Qualifications
* Computer experience helpful
* Must be dependable and trustworthy
* Must be accurate in taking samples and performing tests
* Get along and work well with people
* Cannot have any lifting restrictions
* Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
* Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
* Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
* Ability to read and write instructions in English
* Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
* Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required
Typical Physical Activity
Physical Demands
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee and the work environment characteristics are those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
* Frequently (51-75%) use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
* Occasionally (25-50%) walk, lift and/or move 26 to 60 lbs.
* Rarely (1-25%) stand, sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
* Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
Typical Environmental Conditions
May be exposed to ___85+______ noise levels in which hearing protection will be needed.
Disclaimer
Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Nearest Major Market: Idaho
Nearest Secondary Market: Twin Falls
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Updated March 14, 2024