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.

Join Oshkosh Aerotech as a Corrosion Control Technician, where you'll play a vital role in preserving and protecting equipment, structures, and operational assets through inspection, surface preparation, corrosion prevention, and coating application. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of corrosion control processes, and the ability to safely operate specialized tools and equipment. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate closely with team members, and actively contribute to maintaining safety, reliability, 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.

• Inspect equipment, structures, and components for corrosion, deterioration, and surface damage.
• Perform surface preparation activities including sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and abrasive blasting.
• Apply primers, paints, sealants, and protective coatings in accordance with company and manufacturer standards.
• Remove corrosion and perform minor repairs to restore equipment and structural integrity.
• Operate and maintain corrosion control equipment, spray systems, and hand/power tools.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and corrosion prevention treatments on facility and operational equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records within the CMMS or other tracking systems.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety regulations regarding hazardous materials and coating applications.
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, chemicals, and hazardous waste materials.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, lifts, golf carts, and company vehicles as required.
• Comply with company safety program and trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School diploma or GED
• 1+ years’ experience in corrosion control, industrial painting, maintenance, or related field.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance. 
• Availability to work day or night shift including weekends and holidays. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience with industrial painting, abrasive blasting, or protective coating application.
• Knowledge of corrosion prevention techniques and material preservation standards.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and hazardous material handling requirements.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and safety data sheets (SDS). Experience working in aviation, manufacturing, industrial, or heavy equipment environments.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, project management tools, and CMMS software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

While performing the duties of the Corrosion Control 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, balance, and work in confined or elevated spaces. Ladder work required. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Good hand/eye coordination and the ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, are required

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment includes industrial, maintenance, and operational settings with exposure to moving mechanical parts, elevated work areas, fumes, airborne particles, paint vapors, chemicals, and varying temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Employees may work around heavy equipment, operational vehicles, and active work zones while performing corrosion prevention and coating activities.

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 [email protected].

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.