Airport Services Baggage Unjammer - Dulles International Airport - IAD

About the Role

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 position is located at the Dulles International Airport in Dulles, Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and clear faults that occur with the baggage handling system in a timely manner.
• Transport baggage within the baggage handling area.
• Report any issues found that could potentially lead to additional system failures.
• Complete entry level Maintenance Mechanic duties as needed.
• Assist with operational issues during outages or failures.
• Lift up to 70 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Comply with company safety program and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License.
• Airport experience a plus.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate in English; both verbal and written.
• Ability to be badged to work in secure areas of an airport.
• Ability to work Day or Night shift including weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands

The work environment is similar to airport operation with vehicular traffic. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, 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.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of a Bag Jam Clearer, 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 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.

Benefits

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