Machine Repair Technician 1 - George Bush Intercontinental Airport (Train)

Oshkosh Corporation • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

This role involves diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining PLC, electronic and mechanical equipment, and control systems associated with the HAS ITT people mover and related equipment. The technician will provide concise, accurate, and sufficiently detailed data for input of all maintenance information. They will also provide emergency/unscheduled and scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment and facilities, read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders, complete daily work logs and paperwork, respond to maintenance calls, and comply with the company safety program. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• 1-3 years’ experience in equipment and maintenance operations
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair wiring motor control systems
• PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Ability to be badged to work in secure areas of an airport
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift including weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Vocational Training, Technical degree, Associates degree, or background in electrical or mechanical maintenance with a track record of electrical or mechanical skills a plus
• Familiarity with Airport operations a plus

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC, electronic and mechanical equipment, and control systems associated with the HAS ITT people mover and related equipment.
• Provide concise, accurate, and sufficiently detailed data for input of all maintenance information.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled and scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment and facilities.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Complete daily work log and work order paperwork for tasks accomplished during shift.
• Respond to maintenance calls when required and/or requested.
• Comply with company safety program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 [email protected].
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED