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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.

The Welding Technicianis responsible forfabricating, joining, and repairing metal components, equipment, and structures using various welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding. This role performs welds in all positionsin accordance withspecifications and company or customer requirements. The technician applies specialized skills, tools, and techniques to ensure high-quality workmanship while supporting facility operations through minor maintenance activities andassistingother trade technicians. The position also involves responding to facility, equipment, and system issues, documenting work accurately in the CMMS, and proactivelyidentifyingpotential failures. The Welding Technicianmaintainsa strong commitment to safety, housekeeping, and hazardous waste management, while completingadditionalduties and projects as assigned.

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

• Fabricates, joins, and/or repairs equipment, fixtures andvarious typesof metal objects and structures using MIG, TIG, stick, or other welding processes.

• Welds according to specifications and company/customer requirements

• Applies specialized skills in procedures, techniques, tools,materialsand/or equipment in area of expertise

• Executes welds in all positions includingfrom underneath,to the side, in a variety of shapes and more

• Perform minor maintenance duties andassisttrade technicians in and around airport facilities.

• Respond to and correct issues that may exist within the facility, equipment, or systems.

• Report issues found that could potentially lead toadditionalsystem and/or equipment failures.

• Inputsaccurateinformation into the CMMS.

• Performs all duties in a safe manner and keeps all employees aware of dangers in work area

• Practices good housekeeping in work area

• Responsible for understanding and following all Hazardous Waste Management duties and responsibilities

• Other projects and responsibilities may be addedatthe company’s discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED orequivelantTechnical / vocational / or military training / related experience

• Two (2) or more years weld experience with at least one (1) years of experience in general maintenance

• Knowledge of welding techniques including MIG, TIG, Stick - aluminum and stainless steel is a plus

• Ability tocomprehendall blueprints and schematics

• Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting

• Proficient in all key weldments

• Ability to usepersonalcomputer or workstation

• Demonstrate ability to use allappropriate tools, measuring devices, forklifts, cranes, and fixturesrequired

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate personnel assignments within the department

• Effectively communicate and solve issues that cross departmental boundaries

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties, the employeeis regularly required tostand; walk; use hands and fingers,handleor feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must have the ability to use hand trucks, forklifts, tugs, and lift trucks. Ability to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp aroundaircraftsand confined areas. Specific vision abilities required by this job include goodclose proximityvision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Good hand / eye coordination isrequired.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment issimilar toairport operation with vehicular traffic. The employeeregularly worksnear moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions,fumesor airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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 <.

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.