Surface Preparation Technician

Delta Air Lines, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Health benefits

Flight privileges

Job summary

Delta Air Lines, Inc. is seeking a Surface Preparation Technician in the Atlanta area. You will clean and prepare engine, APU, and landing gear parts using steam, detergents, acids, and automated equipment for NDT inspections and repairs.

You must be able to lift up to 70 pounds, read and write English, and work a flexible schedule including weekends and rotating or fixed shifts. A high school diploma or GED is required, and formal mechanical/technical training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Read and write English; follow technical manuals.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including weekends/holidays and rotating shifts.
• Must be a team player and self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare engine, APU, and landing gear parts for inspections and repairs.
• Learn all shop processes and support other functions as needed.
• Work may be inside or outside and involve rotating shifts.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Read and write English

Team player

Multi-tasking under pressure

Lift 70 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mechanical/technical training

Job description

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

As a Surface Preparation Technician, you will utilize steam, detergents, acids, chemicals, blast media and automated equipment to completely clean and prepare engine, APU, and landing gear parts for NDT inspections and repairs.

In this role, you will be required to learn all processes and functions within the shop and be willing to help with other functions when necessary. Employees may be subject to changing and/or rotating shifts as needed to support the maintenance operation. This position requires inside as well as outside work depending on the task.

In addition to the basic requirements for a Surface Preparation Technician, the following will apply. An employee must be classified as a permanent full-time employee in Department 271 for a minimum of one year. They must also demonstrate a proficiency in the shop operations in all areas of the department as outlined by SOJTs for the shop.

Additionally, successful candidates:

• Must practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• Read and write English and be able to comprehend and apply information contained in technical manuals
• Meet the physical requirement which qualify a person to perform essential job functions including the ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Possess basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic disciplines as they apply to aircraft systems.
• Should be able to multi-task and work under pressure

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
• Must be performing satisfactorily in present position.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and either rotating or fixed shifts.
• Must be a team player and a self-starter.
• Must be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Must meet the physical requirements which qualify a person to perform essential job functions (lift 70lbs).
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be able to read and write English.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Formal mechanical/technical training or background is preferred

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:

Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives

401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%

Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life benefits

Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages

Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health

Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members

Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals

World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint

Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies

Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together

Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare

Starting pay: $22.22 per hour

Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff… To request a reasonable accommodation,