1. AIRCRAFT PARKING TENDER
(FWPT)

2. The Fixed Wing Parking Tender is a technical specialist functioning under Air Operations. At an airtanker base the FWPT reports to the RAMP.
Directs all movement within assigned area of all aircraft, vehicles, and personnel.
Verifies airtanker-loading restrictions for each aircraft in consultation with the captain.
Supervises the retardant loading crew in loading retardant into airtankers. If the base is approved for retardant hot-loading, is trained in hot-loading and ensures mixing crew follows appropriate procedures.
Major Duties

3. Knows and is proficient in the use of both hand signals and radio communications procedures in order to direct airtankers to their loading and parking areas safely. Maintains constant visual or audio communication with pilot(s). Has final responsibility for clearing the aircraft for taxi.

4. Observes and ensures the safety of both retardant loading and fueling operations. Keeps pit(s) clear of all non-essential personnel and vehicles. Directs retardant loading crew in maintaining the cleanliness of the ramp. Ensures that personnel stay clear of propellers and propellers are not damaged by foreign objects (FOD) on the ramp

5. Ensures proper PPE use by ramp personnel and flight crews.
Knows and ensures compliance with base emergency safety procedures and the use of required PPE, chock blocks, fire extinguishers, etc. Reports all hazards and incidents/accidents to the Ramp Manager; ensures that corrective action is taken.
Relays pilot needs (retardant, fuel, meals, rest, etc.) to appropriate personnel. Appendix A

6. Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT)
Required Training:
Interagency Aviation Training Courses
A-101 Aviation Safety
A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations
A-109 Aircraft Radio Use
National Wildland Fire Coordination Group Courses
Interagency Airtanker Base Operations Guide
I-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System
Other Training Which Supports Development of Knowledge and Skills:
Local Ramp Orientation
Required Experience:
Successful position performance as a Fixed Wing Parking Tender (FWPT)

7. Physical Fitness:
None Required
Other Position Assignments That Will Maintain Currency:
Airtanker Base Manager (ATBM)
MAFFS Airtanker Base Manager (MABM)
Fixed Wing Base Manager (FWBM)
Ramp Manager (RAMP)