The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities.  The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications.  Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks.   Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

The Brazer Trainee is responsible for learning the skills and processes required to build and prepare specialized Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) systems that power aircraft equipment on the ground. Working alongside experienced team members, the Brazer Trainee will receive hands-on training in assembly, HVAC systems, and brazing while developing the knowledge and technical skills needed to perform the Brazer role independently.

This is a developmental position designed to prepare team members for progression into a Brazer role upon demonstrating competency in required duties and successfully completing certifications, courses, and/or other qualification requirements established by the business unit.

YOUR IMPACT

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

• Participate in on-the-job training and other required learning activities to develop the skills necessary to perform Brazer responsibilities safely and effectively
• Learn to assemble piping, mechanical parts, and electrical components for PCA systems using engineering drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and established procedures
• Learn and perform brazing and plumbing techniques used to connect HVAC systems and copper assemblies under appropriate guidance and supervision
• Develop the ability to set up, test, and troubleshoot PCA units in accordance with established procedures
• Learn to inspect and verify work quality and make appropriate corrections based on schematics, specifications, and procedures
• Safely use basic hand tools, power tools, measurement devices, and test equipment as required
• Maintain required documentation and learn to complete work order entries in systems such as ProPlanner
• Follow established safety, quality, and production procedures throughout the training process
• Demonstrate continued progress toward proficiency in the skills and responsibilities required of the Brazer role
• Complete required training, certifications, assessments, and/or courses established by the business unit to demonstrate readiness for the Brazer role
• Support team activities and continuous improvement efforts as knowledge and experience develop

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent education OR relevant manufacturing, mechanical, technical, or related experience
• Ability and willingness to learn brazing, HVAC assembly, and related manufacturing processes through company-provided training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and learn to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
• Ability to safely use or learn to use basic hand tools, power tools, and measurement equipment
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete required brazing certifications, courses, assessments, and/or other training established by the business unit
• May require the ability to obtain forklift or overhead crane certification depending on assignment

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, welding, or brazing experience
• Familiarity with basic measurement tools and manufacturing safety practices
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, or technical work instructions
• Experience with ProPlanner or other production tracking systems
• Technical education or coursework in HVAC, mechanics, electro-mechanics, welding, brazing, or a related field

WORKING CONDITIONS
The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

• This position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, or temperature fluctuations.
• The role may require standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, lifting items up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, climbing, or using tools and equipment.
• Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required.
• Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace.
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions.

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.