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Aircraft Spotter ENG 810T, ENG811T, ENG812T

Job Posted/Last Modified:
7/20/2010 — 12:00:00 AM

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Expected Start Date:
7/20/2010

Job Title and Description:
Aircraft Spotter ENG 810T, ENG811T, ENG812T

AirCraft Spotter ENG810T
Location: Hilo, HI
Deadline for Application: Open until filled
Job Code: ENG810T, ENG811T, 812T

We are searching for team players to join Gemini Observatory Aircraft Spotter.    The Aircraft Spotter ensures that the Gemini North Laser Guide Star system is shuttered when aircraft pass over the telescope, the position is located at the Base Facility located in Hilo, to the Mauna Kea summit. The nature of the job requires mainly night-time work at the Mauna Kea summit located at 14,000 foot elevation.    Logs the time, compass heading, elevation, and general directional heading or known destination of all aircraft in the sky.  Notifying telescope personnel when aircraft approach the laser, Shutters laser system when aircraft comes in close vicinity of laser without warning.  Managing the inventory of Aircraft Spotter supplies, and coordinating the rotation of spotters during the night.  Monitors Laser Clearing House Target List shuttering windows and alert and notifies SSA of impending laser shuttering.  Monitors ASCAM for aircraft detection alerts and notify outside spotter or confirmation.  Does a final check of summit installation at the end of each LGS night to make sure the areas used by the spotter group are neat and clean: this includes kitchen, microwave oven, dishes, crew room, etc., other duties in support of Observatory operation as directed by supervisor.  Ensures compliance with Gemini Safety policies and procedures systematically consults with supervisor the Senior Laser/Optical Engineer.  The successful candidate will have excellent oral communication skills, be organized, reliable and practice good judgment.  Must be able to work a flexible schedule, mostly at night.   Position requires a high school diploma; previous training in first aid is a plus. Must be able to drive a 4WD automobile and have a clean driving record.  MVR will be run on the successful candidate!

This position is part-time and a temporary position

Job Status:
part-time

Job Categories:
Other

Job Location:
All Islands

Number of Openings:
3

Contact Information:
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