General Maintenance Worker

C Speed, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

C Speed, LLC is seeking an entry level Aerostat Operator to support the DHS TARS program, including pre-launch to recovery flight activities and routine maintenance at multiple US sites.

Responsibilities include flight crew duties, subsystems maintenance, site operations, and operating ground systems. Candidates must be able to work a 24/7 shift and have a valid U.S. driver's license plus residency.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• At least 1 year in a technical field.
• Ability to obtain flight operator certification.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Willing to work a 24/7 shift schedule.
• Proof of U.S. residency required.

Responsibilities

• Support aerostat pre-launch, launch, ascent, transition, station keeping, and recovery.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on subsystems and ground systems.
• Assist with pre/post flight checks and system inspections.
• Operate vehicles including man lifts up to 150 feet.
• Work in exterior and interior environments, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Coordinate site operations and maintain required documentation.

Skills

GED

1-year experience

Flight operator cert

Driver's license

Strong communication

24/7 shifts

Residency proof

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

TARS General Maintenance Worker

C Speed, LLC

316 Commerce Blvd, Liverpool, NY 13088

POSITION TYPE

Full - Time

LOCATION(s)

Marfa, TX

OVERVIEW

C Speed, LLC is seeking an entry level Aerostat Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border Protection Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) program. The TARS program leverages aerostat systems to provide persistent surveillance and detection capabilities, to the U.S. Government customer across eight (8) different operational sites along the US Southern border in multiple locations including Puerto Rico, Florida, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting aerostat flight operations on platforms similar in size to the TARS aerostats. You will be part of a comprehensive flight crew activity supporting aerostat pre-launch, launch, ascent, transition, station keeping, and recovery. Secondary responsibilities will include performing recurring equipment maintenance on aerostat and radar systems, as well as support functions related to site operations (such as security, landscaping, and logistical functions). A summary of responsibilities are as follows:

POSITION SUMMARY

• Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations/ deflations, tether inspections, proficiency in all emergency procedures for both moored and airborne flight aerostat operations)
• Under supervision, perform corrective and preventive maintenance activities on the aerostat pressure control subsystems, power subsystems, mechanical and hydraulic subsystems, aerostat hardware and rigging, tether subsystem, and aerostat envelope.
• Assists with all aerostat system pre-flight and post-flight checks and aerostat system inspections as required.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair:
  • o Aerostat structures, hydraulic systems, fiber optic components, avionics, and electrical components.
  • o Ground systems such as generators, communication, and weather systems
  • o Maintains cognizance of system performance.
• Operate general purpose and special purpose vehicles to include man lift operations to heights of 150 feet.
• Works in exterior and interior work environments, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Secondary Duties

• Maintain and understand site documentation such as parts request forms, equipment condition tags, timecards, and flight data and maintenance logs.
• Coordinates resupply and repair logistics activities for the aerostat subsystems.
• Trains and certifies other personnel in selected aerostat subsystem procedures.
• Supports all security, logistics, and site-specific requirements as directed when not in conflict with primary electrical maintenance responsibilities.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• GED or High School Diploma.
• 1 Year experience in a technical related field.
• Ability to obtain flight operator certification.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license required.
• Strong written and communication skills
• Must be willing to work in a 24/7 shift scenario and be assigned to various shifts as required to meet mission requirements.
• Proof of U.S. residency required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience performing technical maintenance repair operations.
• Prior Aerostat Operator experience of any size Aerostat.

COMPENSATION

• Salary competitive, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

Then join the team! We look forward to receiving your online application. For more information about C Speed, LLC and additional job opportunities, please visit our website: https://www.cspeed.com/.

C Speed provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.