Seasonal Airport Baggage Operations: Bag Jam Clearer - Salt Lake City International Airport (Part-Time)

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.

At Oshkosh AeroTech, we're gearing up for the busy winter season at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), and we're looking for dependable, hardworking, and safety-focused individuals to join our Airport Services team as Seasonal Bag Jam Clearers.

In this hands-on role, you'll help keep airport baggage operations running smoothly by responding to baggage handling system jams, safely moving luggage, and supporting daily operations during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year.

No previous experience required! We provide paid, on-the-job training to help you get started.

If you enjoy staying active, working with a team, and are looking for a seasonal opportunity with flexible part-time schedules, we'd love to hear from you!

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

- $19 per hour

- Paid, on-the-job training

- Double pay for holidays worked

- Part-time schedules available during the winter season

- Supportive, team-oriented work environment

- Opportunities for career growth and advancement

YOUR IMPACT

As a Seasonal Bag Jam Clearer, you'll play an important role in keeping the airport's baggage handling systems operating safely and efficiently, helping ensure luggage moves smoothly throughout the airport.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Respond promptly to baggage handling system jams, faults, and malfunctions to help minimize operational delays.

- Safely identify and clear baggage jams following established safety procedures and operational guidelines.

- Move and transport baggage within designated handling areas as needed to support airport operations.

- Monitor baggage handling equipment and report mechanical issues, equipment malfunctions, or potential system disruptions.

- Assist maintenance personnel with basic maintenance activities and minor mechanical tasks as directed.

- Provide operational support during system outages, equipment failures, or other disruptions.

- Follow all company safety policies, airport regulations, and established operating procedures.

- Complete required safety training and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).

- Work collaboratively with supervisors, maintenance technicians, and other team members to support daily airport operations.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

These duties are not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on operational needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Valid driver's license.

- Ability to obtain and maintain the required airport security clearance and badging.

- Availability to work day or night shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on operational needs.

- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.

- Ability to follow safety instructions, operational procedures, and work effectively in a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

- Previous experience in airport operations, baggage handling, warehouse operations, facilities maintenance, or a similar environment.

- Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment maintenance, or troubleshooting techniques.

- Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with common software applications.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and report equipment issues.

- Good communication skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. The position requires physical mobility and the ability to perform repetitive movements while working around baggage handling equipment.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Good hand-eye coordination is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is similar to an active airport operation with vehicular traffic and moving mechanical equipment.

The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, cold temperatures, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Employees may work in baggage handling areas, around heavy equipment, and on airport ramps near aircraft. All employees are expected to follow established airport safety and security procedures.

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.