SR Maintenance Technician -Airport Systems

Oshkosh AeroTech; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Oshkosh AeroTech is looking for a Senior Mechanic at the Philadelphia International Airport. The role involves proficiency with Baggage Handling Systems and providing maintenance support for electrical and mechanical equipment.

Requirements include 5+ years' experience in maintenance operations and a High School diploma. The position requires strong troubleshooting skills, working in a dynamic airport environment, and offers a competitive benefits package including medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in equipment maintenance and maintenance operations.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Valid Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Proficient with Baggage Handling Systems and electrical/mechanical equipment.
• Provide comprehensive troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Monitor daily operations of the baggage system for issues.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

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. Oshkosh Aero Tech Airport Services is an industry leading, dedicated provider of Maintenance Services to Airlines throughout North America. Our maintenance services cover the full range of service from 24 hour, 7 day per week on‑site service and emergency call out, to periodic maintenance of equipment based on technical visits quarterly, semi‑annually, and/or annually with supplementary emergency support and call out as needed.

Our Benefits

As a member of the Oshkosh Airport Services team you’ll enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.

This position is located at the Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, PA.

Responsibilities

• Proficient with all Baggage Handling System (BHS) and related electrical/mechanical equipment and components including industrial controls.
• Provide concise, accurate and sufficiently detailed data for input of all maintenance information into CMMS system.
• Ability to provide comprehensive troubleshooting, problem solving, diagnostic & root cause analyses including repairs for electrical, mechanical and controls equipment - specifically with the airport boarding bridges and conveyor systems.
• Ability to replace encoders, photo eyes, heads and controllers for the various BHS equipment.
• Inspect power circuits and electrical wiring for proper troubleshooting techniques with ability to proper repair and/or replace components or equipment.
• Monitor and analyze daily operations and data statistics of the baggage system to determine issues and problems for corrective action.
• Oversee the maintenance program including reactive, preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance including spearheading repairs & emergency response support.
• Provide timely critical information to keep the Supervisor and Site Manager abreast of crucial situations and/or conditions.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled and scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment.
• Drive and operate different equipment such as golf carts, company vehicles, forklifts, etc.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and services.
• Support operations with clearing bag jams on the system.
• Comply with the company safety program and trainings.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver License.
• 5+ years’ experience in equipment maintenance and maintenance operations.
• Possess mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair for baggage machines.
• Computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Ability to clearly direct, lead work tasks, and delegate assignments to peers.
• Ability to communicate professionally to customers and fellow employees.
• Ability to be badged to work in secure areas of an airport.
• Ability to work 3rd shift including weekends and holidays.

Standout Qualifications

• Intermediate understanding of PLC Control systems a plus.
• Familiarity with Airport operations a plus.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of a Senior Mechanic, the employee is regularly required to stand; 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 49 pounds. Ability to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp around aircrafts 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 aircrafts 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. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.