Houston, Texas, USA
31 days ago
Hardstand Agent - IAH Airport (HAS)

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.

*This position requires a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a passenger endorsement*

Responsibilities:

​Perform minor maintenance duties and assist trade technicians in and around airport facilities and operation areas.Perform preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure longevity and functionality.Transport and operate mobile stairs, potable water units, and other mobile equipmentOperate and maintain airport buses; Safely transport passengers between the terminal and aircraft parked on hardstandsCommunicate effectively and professionally with passengers, airport staff, and coworkers; assisting passengers as needed.Comply with company safety program and trainings.Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications:

High School diploma, GED, or quivalent experienceActive Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger EndorsementDOT Medical Certificate1-3 months of experience in operating buses; mobile stairs experience a plusKnowledge of equipment maintenance and troubleshootingBasic computer skillsAbility to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environmentWillinges to work in various weather conditionsAbility to be badged to work in secure areas of an airportAbility to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, including weekends and holidays

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of Hardstand Agent, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use fingers and hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

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 an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law 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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