Oshkosh Corporation

Senior Field Service Technician – GSE

Oshkosh Corporation
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $73,200 - $117,800 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining ground support equipment (GSE), including proficiency in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. Capable of providing hands-on service and mentoring junior technicians while maintaining detailed documentation and collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

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Ground Support Equipment (GSE) ExperienceElectrical Diagnostics and RepairHydraulic Diagnostics and RepairMechanical Systems ServiceMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Be dispatched primarily to local regional-area customers and travel as needed to other airports within the continental United States
  • Perform diagnostics, repairs, upgrades, and maintenance on a wide variety of ground support equipment (GSE)
  • Service diesel and electric-powered vehicles, hydraulic systems, and electrical control systems
  • Provide hands-on service for aircraft tow tractors, container loaders, aircraft deicers, baggage and cargo transport vehicles, and other airport GSE with ICE or EV platforms
  • Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance on hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
  • Interface with PLC systems to upload/download programs, troubleshoot logic, and perform control system adjustments
  • Collaborate with dealer technicians by phone, email, or on-site for troubleshooting assistance
  • Review technical documentation, manuals, and schematics to ensure accurate service procedures
  • Maintain detailed documentation through work order systems and ensure issue resolution and service reporting
  • Participate in OEM testing and equipment upgrades as needed
  • Provide end-user product orientation and safe operating procedures at customer sites
  • Mentor or train junior or less-experienced technicians in the field when required
  • Perform other projects and responsibilities at the company’s discretion

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School Diploma or GED and five (5) or more years of relevant experience in machine assembly, light fabrication; or previous relevant contracting experience with Oshkosh Corporation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the role
  • Must have previous GSE experience to be considered
  • Proficiency in electrical diagnostics and repair
  • Proficiency in mechanical systems and component-level service
  • Proficiency in hydraulic diagnostics and repair
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
  • Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to obtain a passport if necessary
  • Must be able to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment
  • Travel outside of your own region is between 40-50% of the time
  • May need to be a U.S. Person for positions requiring access to controlled goods and technologies under ITAR or EAR

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Per diem every night spent away from home when traveling
  • All travel expenses paid
  • Overtime pay
  • Competitive total rewards package
  • People-first culture
  • Opportunities to support team member growth and success
  • Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities

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Hard Skills
DiagnosticsRepairsUpgradesMaintenanceElectrical Control SystemsHydraulic SystemsMechanical SystemsPLC SystemsTechnical Documentation ReviewService Reporting
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationIndependenceCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaGED
Industry Keywords
Aircraft Tow TractorsContainer LoadersAircraft DeicersBaggage Transport VehiclesCargo Transport VehiclesOEM TestingITAREAR