• Job Description

  Req#: 21260

  United States, New York, New York

  Airport Customer Service

  06-Jun-2023

  Ref #: 21260

  LinkedIn Tag: #LI-LR3

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

  External Applicants Only - Ground Maintenance Technicians hired to work at the JFK airport receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus after one year of employment (effective June 1, 2023).

  
  

  
  

  This a full-time position within Delta's Ground Support Equipment (GSE) division specializing in vehicle/heavy equipment mechanic, repairing vehicles and a variety of airport systems and equipment. Ground Maintenance Technicians inspect, repair, troubleshoot, service, and overhaul the motorized ground support equipment owned and operated by Delta. Technicians repair and perform maintenance on mix of motorized equipment, including engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, controls, and safety systems on vehicles, as well as bodywork and other technical work.

  
  Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks)
  

  • Inspects, services, troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and overhauls all components including the following: truck chassis, body, and drive-train components on a diverse body of equipment.
  • Responsible for electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair, painting, bodywork, and technical work.
  • Completes data entry to record work assignments and will communicate with other Company personnel as needed.
  • Practices safety-conscious and environmentally conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

  The starting hourly rate for this position is $29.73 to $51.02. [BM1] The ability to reach the maximum hourly rate is dependent upon experience and several other offered premiums (Examples would include but not limited to - Refrigeration, Welding, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification or shift differential in certain areas).

  
  

  Internal Movement Eligibility

  • Must be in good standing in current position (no formal performance development – Written Coaching Letter, Corrective or Final Action Notice, within the past 6 months). Has not transferred in the past six months from current department in current station. This requirement can be waived for promotional opportunities such as SA to CSA/CXA or CSA/CXA to Specialty CSA/CXA.
  • Be current role for at least 1 year if transferring from outside of the ACS/CGO/Clean/GSE division. Currently on active status, however, if are on an inactive status, you may be eligible to transfer if returned to active status prior to the transfer date.

  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.

  What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

  • Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
  • Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
  • Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.
  • High School diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including fixed or rotating shifts, both indoors and outdoors, including traveling, overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Have a minimum of three years of demonstrated ability.
  • Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to and including 50 pounds and occasionally lift items between 50 and 70 pounds.
  • Must achieve a satisfactory score on entry tests structured to determine ability to perform required tasks.
  • Must be able to read, comprehend, and apply information found in technical documents and manuals.

  What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

  • A detailed understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic subject areas.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and apply information found in technical documents, manuals, and schematics.
  • Strong communication while working as a team and coordinating repairs with other GMTs and outside vendors.
  • Respond to customers' needs with minimum direction and perform repairs in time-sensitive situations.

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• About the company

  Delta Air Lines, Inc., typically referred to as Delta, is one of the major airlines of the United States and a legacy carrier.

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