Maintenance Technician - Experienced
Oshkosh Corporation · New Hudson, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Oshkosh Corporation (automotive) in New Hudson, MI. Maintain a professional, customer-focused attitude while interacting with individuals across the organization.
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 70 other live reliability postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 61%
- PLC 42%
- EHS / safety 27%
- ✓ Welding 27%
- Robotics 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Oshkosh Corporation in New Hudson
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- Modern Controls Engineer - Principal · Controls · Senior
- Controls Engineer - Mid Level · Controls
- Quality Technician - Mid Level · Quality · Technician
Full description from Oshkosh CorporationAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Essential functions and skills
Typical
Requirements
In addition to the
responsibilities
mentioned above, tasks relating to the following areas will be assigned as required.
- ◆Demonstrate strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- ◆Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with employees, vendors, and contractors.
- ◆Work independently with minimal supervision while contributing positively within a team environment.
- ◆Maintain a professional, customer-focused attitude while interacting with individuals across the organization.
- ◆Complete assigned work accurately and within established timeframes.
- ◆Possess or obtain a valid Chauffeur's License.
- ◆Maintain flexibility to work overtime, evenings, weekends, or respond to emergency call-ins when required.
Education/certification/years of experience
- ✓High School Diploma or recognized equivalent required.
- ✓Minimum of ten (10) years of facilities maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or commercial environment required.
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About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining Pratt Miller's facilities, building systems, and equipment to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment. This position performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and general facility upkeep across multiple trades including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems. The Maintenance Technician works independently and collaboratively to support facility operations while responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
Facility Maintenance and Repair
- •Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of building systems and facility equipment.
- •Perform maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall repair, HVAC, and general building maintenance.
- •Install, maintain, and repair machinery and facility equipment.
- •Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical drawings to complete maintenance tasks.
- •Utilize strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve facility and equipment issues.
- •Safely operate power tools and maintenance equipment while maintaining personal hand tools necessary to perform assigned work.
- •Utilize basic computer applications, including work order systems, Microsoft Office applications, email, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as Eptura Asset.
Facility Operations Support
- •Conduct routine facility inspections to maintain a safe, clean, and functional work environment.
- •Perform preventative maintenance on shop equipment and building systems.
- •Maintain organization and cleanliness throughout facility work areas.
- •Assist with facility setup and teardown activities for company meetings and employee events.
- •Support emergency maintenance repairs and respond to facility issues as required.
Desired specialized skills and knowledge
- +Broad knowledge of commercial and industrial facility maintenance practices.
- +Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building systems.
- +Experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building systems.
- +Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
- +Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
- +Experience utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as Eptura Asset.
- +Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment documentation.
- +Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- +Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic computer systems.
- +Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- +Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while maintaining attention to detail.
Physical demands
- •Moderate physical demands with regular deadlines and changing priorities.
- •Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
- •Frequently stand, walk, climb ladders, kneel, crouch, bend, and work in confined spaces.
- •Ability to work at elevated heights using ladders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
- •Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- •Regular exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, machinery, and varying temperatures.
- •Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing assigned duties.
Expected hours of work
- •Core work schedule is based on operational requirements.
- •Overtime, evenings, weekends, and emergency call-in support may be required to maintain facility operations and respond to urgent maintenance needs.
- •Schedule flexibility is required to support business and facility demands.
Work environment
- •Work is performed throughout office, manufacturing, laboratory, and shop environments.
- •This position requires frequent movement between indoor and outdoor work areas and involves exposure to mechanical equipment, varying environmental conditions, and active production operations.
- •The Maintenance Technician works both independently and collaboratively to ensure Pratt Miller facilities remain safe, reliable, and operational while supporting employees across the organization.
