Airport Baggage Handling System Operator – Salt Lake International Airport

Job Requirements

About Oshkosh Aero Tech, an Oshkosh company:

Oshkosh Aero Tech 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 Aero Tech 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®, Jet Aire®, Jet Power®, Amp TekÔ, Jetway®, and more.

Join Oshkosh Aero Tech as a Bag Jam Clearer, where you’ll play a critical role in maintaining the efficiency and safety of airport operations. You’ll quickly respond to baggage handling system faults, safely transport luggage, assist in basic maintenance, and support operational continuity. This active role requires physical agility, attention to detail, and the flexibility to work varying shifts in diverse conditions.

Joining Oshkosh Aero Tech means becoming a valued member of a dynamic team with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K, and more!

$18.54 per hour

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

• Respond promptly to faults in the baggage handling system, ensuring quick resolution.
• Safely transport baggage within designated handling areas.
• Identify and report issues to prevent system disruptions or failures.
• Assist in routine maintenance tasks and basic mechanical repairs as required.
• Provide operational support during system outages or malfunctions.
• Comply with company safety standards and contribute positively to a diverse, collaborative environment.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Availability to work day or night shift including weekends and holidays.

• Prior experience in airport operations or facility maintenance.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Basic proficiency with computers and common software applications.

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 50 pounds.

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.

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 aircraft 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 corporate tale

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…