Airfield Sweeping Technician - Secret Clearance
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About the Role
Global Dimensions is seeking an Airfield Sweeping Technician to perform airfield sweeping and FOD removal operations at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. The role requires 1-3 years of airfield operations or sweeping experience, a DoD Secret Clearance, and the ability to work in a deployed OCONUS environment.
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Responsibilities
- Operate airfield sweeping equipment, including mechanical and vacuum sweepers
- Perform FOD removal on runways, taxiways, aprons, ramps, and shoulders
- Conduct visual inspections of airfield surfaces before, during, and after sweeping operations
- Follow airfield safety procedures and FOD prevention programs at all times
- Coordinate movement area access with Airfield Management and ATC as directed
- Complete required inspection checklists, logs, and operational reports
- Perform basic preventive maintenance checks on sweeping equipment and vehicles
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards
- Use required PPE and follow all safety and security protocols
- Support emergencies or urgent airfield cleaning operations as directed
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 3 years of airfield operations, airfield maintenance, or sweeping experience
- Knowledge of FOD prevention principles and airfield safety procedures
- Ability to operate heavy or specialized sweeping equipment
- Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License
- Must have and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
- Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures
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Role Overview
- The Airfield Sweeping Technician performs airfield sweeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) removal operations to ensure runways, taxiways, aprons, ramps, and associated paved surfaces remain safe for aircraft operations at Al Udeid Air Base.
- This position supports continuous airfield operations by operating sweeping equipment and following established safety, security, and operational procedures in compliance with U.S. military, host nation, and contract requirements.
Essential Job Functions
- Operate airfield sweeping equipment, including mechanical and vacuum sweepers
- Perform FOD removal on runways, taxiways, aprons, ramps, and shoulders
- Conduct visual inspections of airfield surfaces before, during, and after sweeping operations
- Follow airfield safety procedures and FOD prevention programs at all times
- Coordinate movement area access with Airfield Management and ATC as directed
- Complete required inspection checklists, logs, and operational reports
- Perform basic preventive maintenance checks on sweeping equipment and vehicles
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards
- Use required PPE and follow all safety and security protocols
- Support emergencies or urgent airfield cleaning operations as directed
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 3 years of airfield operations, airfield maintenance, or sweeping experience
- Knowledge of FOD prevention principles and airfield safety procedures
- Ability to operate heavy or specialized sweeping equipment
Additional Requirements
- Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License
- Possess a valid U.S. Passport (preferred)
- Able to obtain and maintain a valid Residency Visa for Qatar
- Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures
- Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
Travel & Security Clearance
- Travel: 100%, in deployed location.
- Security Clearance: Must have and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
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