Oshkosh AeroTech is looking for a Field Service Technician to provide hands-on service and support for a diverse range of ground support equipment (GSE) at customer sites across the United States and occasionally abroad. You will apply your technical knowledge to perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on critical airport machinery.
What You'll Do
- Travel to customer sites (approx. 80% travel) to service equipment including aircraft tow tractors, container loaders, deicers, baggage transport vehicles, and other GSE with internal combustion or electric vehicle platforms.
- Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, actuators, and valves.
- Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance on electrical systems, such as wiring, fuses, relays, sensors, and control modules.
- Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance on mechanical systems, including suspension, steering, and drive assemblies.
- Interface with PLC systems to upload/download programs, troubleshoot logic, and perform control system adjustments.
- Collaborate with dealer technicians via phone, email, or on-site for complex troubleshooting.
- Review technical documentation, manuals, and schematics to ensure accurate service procedures.
- Maintain detailed documentation through work order systems and ensure thorough service reporting.
- Participate in OEM testing and implement equipment upgrades as required.
- Provide end-user product orientation and safe operating procedures at customer sites.
- Mentor or train junior technicians in-field when required.
What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma or its equivalent.
- One (1) or more years of relevant technical experience.
- Ability to travel up to 80% of the time.
- Proficiency in electrical diagnostics and repair.
- Proficiency in mechanical systems and component-level service.
- Proficiency in hydraulic diagnostics and repair.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to obtain a passport.
- Must be able to work in a wide range of environmental conditions (rain, heat, snow, etc.).
- Work may involve exposure to low-to-medium voltage electrical systems.
- Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate.
- Regular use of arms, legs, hands, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
- Must conduct on-site job hazard assessments and comply with OSHA, LOTO, and site-specific safety protocols.
Nice to Have
- Associate’s degree in Diesel Equipment Technology or a similar electrical/mechanical discipline.
- Familiarity with PLC functions and programming.
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Prior experience in ground support equipment (GSE).
- Prior experience in construction or heavy equipment (e.g., Caterpillar, John Deere).
- Prior experience in diesel truck or EV maintenance.
- Prior experience in marine mechanical systems.
Technical Stack
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Mechanical systems
- PLC systems
- Microsoft Office
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $50,400.00 - $77,200.00
Work Mode
This role is based in the United States and involves extensive travel (approx. 80%) to customer sites nationwide.
Oshkosh Corporation is an equal opportunity employer based on merit. Employment opportunities are open to all qualified individuals, and selection decisions are made without distinction based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.
