Airport Services Maintenance Repair Technician III - Rhode Island T.F. Green Intl Airport - PVD

Oshkosh; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing critical airport systems that ensure smooth operations. With a focus on preventive and corrective maintenance, you will play a key role in minimizing downtime and enhancing system reliability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in maintenance operations, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment that supports essential services in the aviation industry.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401K

Dynamic Team Environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance operations.
• Ability to obtain necessary security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair BHS and related electrical/mechanical systems.
• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical Systems Repair

Mechanical Systems Repair

Preventive Maintenance

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS Software

Forklifts

Project Management Tools

Job description

About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO, JetAire, JetPower, AmpTekÔ, Jetway, and more.

OUR BENEFITS

Joining Oshkosh Aerotech means becoming a valued member of a dynamic team with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K, and more!

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair BHS and related electrical/mechanical systems, including industrial controls, wiring, and components.
• Perform scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance; lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance efforts.
• Lead and delegate tasks while communicating professionally with customers and team members.
• Replace system components (e.g., encoders, photo eyes, controllers) and interpret manuals/work orders for accurate service execution.
• Accurately document maintenance activity in CMMS and analyze system data to identify and resolve issues.
• Communicate critical updates to supervisors and operate equipment such as forklifts, golf carts, and company vehicles.
• Support daily operations by clearing baggage jams and ensuring minimal system downtime.
• Comply with company safety program and trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain necessary security clearance.
• 5+ years’ experience in the area of maintenance operations.
• Available to work 1st, 2nd shift or 3rd, including weekends and holidays.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Skilled in mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repair.
• Familiarity with Airport operations.
• Intermediate understanding of PLC Control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience with passenger boarding bridges and conveyance systems.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, project management tools, and CMMS software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of the MRT 3, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and work in small spaces. Ladder work required. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp around aircraft and the confined areas of baggage conveyor systems. Specific vision abilities required by this job include good, close proximity vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Good hand/eye coordination is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is similar to airport operation with vehicular traffic. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees will work on an airport ramp around aircraft and around heavy equipment.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic.