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Aerostat Operator 2
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Operator with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems ... Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ...
Aerostat Operator 2
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Operator with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems ... Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ...
Aerostat Operator 2
TX · On-site
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Operator with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems ... Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ...
Aerostat Operator 2
TX · On-site
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Operator with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems ... Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ...
Aerostat Operator 2
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Operator with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems ... Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ...
Aerostat Operator 2
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Operator with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems ... Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ...
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
Fishing Supervisor
Levelland, TX · On-site
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
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Fishing Supervisor
Levelland, TX · On-site
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
Fishing Supervisor
Monahans, TX · On-site
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Fishing Supervisor
Monahans, TX · On-site
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
Fishing Supervisor
Midland, TX · On-site
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
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Fishing Supervisor
Midland, TX · On-site
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Ability to operate drilling rigs, work-over rigs and snubbing units * Skilled at maintaining ...
General Maintenance Worker
Marfa, TX · On-site
... Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border ... toppings, snubbing, inflations/ deflations, tether inspections, proficiency in all emergency ...
General Maintenance Worker
Marfa, TX · On-site
... Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border ... toppings, snubbing, inflations/ deflations, tether inspections, proficiency in all emergency ...
General Maintenance Worker
Marfa, TX · On-site
... Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border ... POSITION SUMMARY Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing ...
General Maintenance Worker
Marfa, TX · On-site
... Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border ... POSITION SUMMARY Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing ...
General Maintenance Worker
Marfa, TX · On-site
... Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border ... toppings, snubbing, inflations/ deflations, tether inspections, proficiency in all emergency ...
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General Maintenance Worker
Marfa, TX · On-site
... Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border ... toppings, snubbing, inflations/ deflations, tether inspections, proficiency in all emergency ...
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Communicate effectively with the Operator and ground crew. * Perform or assist with snubbing and fishing operations as required. * Participate in safety meetings and actively promote a culture of ...
Workover Rig Derrickman
Freer, TX · On-site
Communicate effectively with the Operator and ground crew. * Perform or assist with snubbing and fishing operations as required. * Participate in safety meetings and actively promote a culture of ...
Communicate effectively with the Operator and ground crew. * Perform or assist with snubbing and fishing operations as required. * Participate in safety meetings and actively promote a culture of ...
Communicate effectively with the Operator and ground crew. * Perform or assist with snubbing and fishing operations as required. * Participate in safety meetings and actively promote a culture of ...
TARS - Electrical Maintenance Technician I
$25.75 - $33.25/hr
Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ... Ability to obtain flight operator certification * Valid U.S. Driver's license required. * Must be ...
TARS - Electrical Maintenance Technician I
$25.75 - $33.25/hr
Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ... Ability to obtain flight operator certification * Valid U.S. Driver's license required. * Must be ...
TARS - Electrical Maintenance Technician I
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$25.75 - $33.25/hr
Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ... Ability to obtain flight operator certification * Valid U.S. Driver's license required. * Must be ...
TARS - Electrical Maintenance Technician I
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$25.75 - $33.25/hr
Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium toppings, snubbing, inflations ... Ability to obtain flight operator certification * Valid U.S. Driver's license required. * Must be ...
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Job description
Description
TARS Site Laborer
C Speed, LLC
316 Commerce Blvd, Liverpool, NY 13088
POSITION TYPE
Full - Time
LOCATION(s)
Marfa, TX
OVERVIEW
C Speed, LLC is seeking an experienced Site Laborer with specific 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 managing 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.
May require supervision to perform operation and maintenance of enclosed mooring system and winch vehicles, site power generators, stand motor vehicles, special man-lift vehicles, and forklifts.
* Assists with operations and maintenance of compressed-gas equipment, including helium transfers to the aerostat for inflation and replenishment purposes.
Performs corrosion control and site facilities maintenance.
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 include:
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.
3 Years' experience in mechanical maintenance. Associate and Bachelor of Science degree in any technical discipline can be substituted for years' experience.
Ability to obtain flight operator certification
* Must be able to understand, speak, read, and write English fluently.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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.
About C SPEED
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Industry
Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Liverpool, NY, US
Year founded
2006