Job Description

Overview

Oshkosh AeroTech, a leader in aviation ground support products and services, is seeking a Machine Repair Technician Level 3 to support operations at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This senior technician role focuses on advanced mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs, with an emphasis on welding and fabrication for airport equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment and systems supporting the LAXTEC operation.
  • Perform scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance; lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance efforts.
  • Fabricate, modify, join, and repair equipment, fixtures, brackets, guards, supports, and other metal components and structures.
  • Perform MIG, TIG, stick, and/or other applicable welding processes in accordance with specifications and company/customer requirements.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, specifications, and work orders for accurate service execution.
  • Accurately document maintenance, repair, welding, and fabrication activity in CMMS and communicate critical equipment conditions to supervisors.
  • Use appropriate hand and power tools, welding equipment, measuring devices, forklifts, lift equipment, and company vehicles as authorized.
  • Comply with company and customer safety programs, trainings, housekeeping, and applicable hazardous waste requirements.

Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Ability to obtain necessary airport security clearance.
  • 5+ years’ experience in maintenance operations, mechanical repair, industrial maintenance, or a related skilled technical field.
  • Welding certificate or equivalent recognized welding training, with hands-on welding and fabrication experience; available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, including weekends and holidays.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent; technical, vocational, military training, or related experience preferred.
  • Skilled in mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair.
  • Knowledge and practical experience with MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding; aluminum and stainless steel experience is a plus.
  • Ability to fabricate, modify, and repair metal components and structures using appropriate tools and measuring devices.
  • Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics; familiarity with PLC control systems is a plus.
  • Familiarity with airport operations and experience maintaining airport, industrial, material-handling, or heavy equipment.
  • Proficient in basic computer applications and CMMS software; strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k

How this job compares

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG, TIG, and Stick work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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