Air Traffic Systems Construction Technician - 100 Percent Travel Required

Parsons Oman; Waynesville (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Airfield Traffic Systems Construction Technician to join their team. This role involves installing navigational aids and telecommunications systems on airfields across the U.S. Applicants should have extensive construction experience and the ability to work in various environments. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in construction and installation.
• Familiarity with airfield systems and civil construction tasks.
• Ability to read and implement project drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install and upgrade navigational aids and telecommunications systems.
• Perform civil construction tasks such as excavation and concrete work.
• Support teammates with equipment installation and electrical tasks.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Construction quality and safety practices

Customer service skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Trade school or professional certification

Job description

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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Airfield Traffic Systems Construction Technician to join our team! In this role you will get to perform installation of navigational aids, communications systems, and weather monitoring equipment on airfields across the United States National Air Space (NAS).

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5 (T5) to Parsons in April 2023. Parsons is the prime contractor. This $1.8+ billion contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities that support the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and certain reimbursable programs, the FAA NextGen Program, national security programs and aviation safety. Specifically, work includes site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, drafting, contract surveillance, and other technical services as required. Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions as well as the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey and in several U.S. territories. An average staff of 500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• This position works as part of a construction and installation crew installing new or upgrading existing equipment and systems such as navigational aids, air traffic telecommunications systems, and weather monitoring equipment.
• The Construction Technician completes projects on airports and at remote facilities in various environments such as on active airfields.
• Work will involve civil construction tasks such as excavation, installation, and finishing of small to medium sized concrete foundations, trenching and duct bank installation, minor grading and civil site preparation tasks.
• Work also includes supporting teammates with construction and installation of equipment shelters, electrical racks and equipment, pulling and connecting power and control cables, exothermic welding for grounding and bonding of systems, and other similar tasks.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Candidate must have extensive experience operating heavy equipment such as small excavators, skid loaders, personnel lifts, etc.
• Candidate should have experience with duct banks, manholes, steel racks, towers and poles, surveying, concrete work, excavation equipment operations, and airfield systems.
• Candidate must be familiar with construction quality and safety best practices.
• Candidate must be able to read, interpret, and implement project drawings, specifications, and client orders and standards.
• Candidate should have experience with the use of basic electrical test equipment and concrete quality control requirements.
• 100% travel is required throughout the United States, its territories and possessions, and anywhere federally owned and operated air traffic equipment is operated.
• Must pass government background check to qualify.
• Must be able to pass fleet driver motor vehicle history check as well as DOT physical requirements.
• 5 plus years of experience required.
• High school diploma required. Post high school education such as trade school or professional certification(s) is preferred.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Terrific customer service skills – a history of working directly with customers and site owners
• Computer skills – experience working with Microsoft Office for daily and weekly reporting

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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