Welder

Delta Air Lines, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Flight privileges for employees

Job summary

Delta Air Lines, Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Welder to join a team of welders, machinists, and AMTs in repairing and restoring airframe and engine parts to Delta, OEM, and FAA specifications.

The role requires willingness to work alternate shifts, off-days, weekends, and holidays as needed, with a strong emphasis on safety. Candidates must have a Delta Aircraft Welding Certificate or at least 2 years of documented welding experience and must pass required evaluations and vision tests.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Delta Aircraft Welding Certificate or have a minimum of 2 years welding experience and be able to complete the Delta Aircraft Welding Certification program.
• Successfully pass an initial entry evaluation demonstrating job skills for Aircraft Welder in Department 310.
• Must pass Welder Vision requirements per TOPP 10-00-50.
• Must read and write at a level to use detailed technical manuals with little assistance.

Responsibilities

• Repair and restore airframe and engine parts to original serviceable condition per Delta, OEM, and FAA specifications.
• Work as part of a team with welders, machinists, and AMTs.
• Practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes.
• Be available to work alternate shifts, off-days, weekends, and holidays as required.

Skills

Welding

Safety conscious

Shift work

Reading & comprehension

Delta Welding Certificate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)

This position will be part of a team of welders, machinists, and AMTs working to repair and or restore airframe and engine parts to their original serviceable condition per Delta, OEM, and FAA specifications. Candidate must be willing to work alternate shifts, off-days, weekends, and holidays as required. Particular functions, tasks, and duties may vary depending upon the area assigned and operational requirements. Must practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• Hold a valid Delta Aircraft Welding Certificate or have a minimum of 2 years, documented welding experience {employment, Technical School, Military, etc.) and be able to successfully complete the Delta Aircraft Welding Certification program.
• Successfully complete an initial entry evaluation administered by Welding Training Center personnel demonstrating theoretical and working knowledge of job skills required of an Aircraft Welder in Department 310.
• Must be able to pass Welder Vision requirements per TOPP 10-00-50.
• Should be able to read and write at a level to comprehend and apply information contained in detailed and complex technical manuals, with little or no assistance.
• This shop is a 24 X 7 operation. Candidate must be willing and able to work alternate shifts, off-days, weekends, and holidays as required to support operational requirements.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to practice safe work habits as evidenced through behavior and attitude.
• Must practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• (If Internal) Must be performing satisfactorily in present position. Department 310 has a 24-month residency requirement.
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse 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.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• TIG weld experience with stainless and nickel alloys 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