S3: E2 From Welding to Defense: Trent McJunkin’s Journey in Maintenance at Oshkosh Defense

Welcome to the UpKeep Pledge Pros Podcast! In this episode, host Bryan sits down with Trent McJunkin, CMRP from Oshkosh Defense in Spartanburg, South Carolina, for an insightful conversation about his career in industrial maintenance, the journey from welding to maintenance management, and his experiences with implementing a CMMS at Oshkosh.

Key Highlights:

• Introduction to Trent McJunkin: Meet Trent, an industry professional with 14 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Career Journey: Discover Trent's path from welding in high school to his current role at Oshkosh Defense.
• Building from Scratch: Learn about Trent’s role in establishing the maintenance department at a new facility.
• Choosing UpKeep: Why Trent chose UpKeep as the CMMS for Oshkosh Defense and his experiences with the implementation process.
• Technician Empowerment: The importance of involving technicians in the selection and implementation of a CMMS.
• Scaling for the Future: How Oshkosh Defense plans to grow and scale their operations with UpKeep.
• Spare Parts Management: Insights into the importance of accurate bill of materials and spare parts management.

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