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Weekend Airport Ramp Controller Jobs in Virginia

Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels * All shifts including weekends, nights, holidays and/or irregular shifts Physical Requirements: * Frequent ...

Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels * All shifts including weekends, nights, holidays and/or irregular shifts Physical Requirements: * Frequent ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Airport Ramp Controller vs Airport Ground Operations Specialist?

AspectWeekend Airport Ramp ControllerAirport Ground Operations Specialist
CertificationsTypically required certifications like FAA Ground Operations or Ramp SafetyOften requires similar certifications, including safety and ground handling credentials
Work EnvironmentPrimarily outdoors on the airport ramp, handling aircraft loading/unloadingIndoor and outdoor settings, overseeing various ground services and logistics
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, ground handling companies, airportsAirlines, ground service providers, airports

Both roles involve working on the airport ramp and require similar certifications. The main difference is that the Weekend Airport Ramp Controller focuses specifically on aircraft loading, unloading, and ramp safety during weekends, while the Airport Ground Operations Specialist has broader responsibilities including ground logistics and coordination across shifts.

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Maintenance Repair Technician I - Dulles International Airport - IAD

Maintenance Repair Technician I - Dulles International Airport - IAD

Oshkosh Corporation

Dulles, VA • On-site

$23.50 - $30.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


Oshkosh Corporation rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

249th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

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, AmpTekO, Jetway, and more.

JOB SUMMARY

Join Oshkosh Aerotech as a Machine Repair Technician (MRT), where you'll be essential in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing PLC-controlled conveyor and baggage systems. This role requires mechanical and electrical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to operate various equipment to ensure airport operations run efficiently. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate closely with team members, and actively contribute to maintaining safety and operational excellence.

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

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

  • Maintain PLC-controlled baggage and conveyor systems to ensure smooth airport operations.

  • Service and repair PLC-driven conveyor and baggage systems.

  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.

  • Log detailed maintenance data into the CMMS.

  • Operate equipment such as forklifts, golf carts, and company vehicles.

  • Respond to maintenance calls and assist in clearing baggage jams.

  • Comply with company safety program and trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

  • Valid Driver's License.

  • Ability to obtain necessary security clearance.

  • 1+ years' experience in the area of maintenance operations.

  • Available to work 1st or 2nd shift, including weekends and holidays.

PREFFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with 480V and 3-phase motors.

  • Skilled in mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repair.

  • Familiarity with Airport operations.

  • Intermediateunderstanding of PLC Control systems

  • Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics

  • Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, project management tools, and CMMS software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of the Machine Repair Technician, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; 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 is frequently required to climb or balance and work in small spaces. Ladder work required. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

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 corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

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.


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