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Delta Air Lines

Ground Maintenance Mechanic (Motorized) - JFK

Delta Air Lines, New York, New York, United States

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

At Delta Air Lines, connection is at the heart of everything we do and guides our every action. We strive to welcome and care for all of our customers during their travels with us and aim to deliver an elevated experience. As a Ground Maintenance Mechanic (GMM) in a motorized role, you will be a part of Delta’s Ground Support Equipment team. This opportunity requires 6 months of experience in a vehicle/heavy equipment maintenance environment and an understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields as they apply to industrial powered systems. A GMM (Motorized) performs similar tasks of a semi-skilled vehicle/heavy equipment maintenance mechanic. Applies appropriate tooling, equipment, and material to accomplish minor maintenance functions including inspections, minor troubleshooting, repairing, removing, and replacing components on select Ground Support Equipment. Assists a Lead Ground Maintenance Technician or a Ground Maintenance Technician on motorized equipment as needed. Completes data entry to record work assignments and will connect with other Company personnel as needed. External Applicants Only – Ground Maintenance Mechanic (Motorized) hired to work at the JFK airport receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Eligible Delta employees based in New York City (JFK or LGA) can be reimbursed up to $250 per month for specific transportation expenses incurred while traveling to and from work. Employees using public transit, including trains, buses, subways, ferries or van pools to get to and from JFK or LGA may be eligible. If you have any questions about the legitimacy of an outreach from Delta’s recruitment team, you can contact

candidatecare@delta.Before applying for this position, please reference the company's Internal Mobility Policy and Residency Policy to ensure you meet all eligibility requirements. You must be in good standing, which includes meeting performance standards and tenure requirements in your current role. Compliance with these policies is mandatory for consideration. Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data. Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency. Must be proficient in English. Be willing to work a fixed and/or rotating schedule including afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must achieve a satisfactory score on entry tests structured to determine ability to perform required tasks. 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. Respond to customers' needs with minimum direction and perform repairs in time-sensitive situations. Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. 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. ~In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period. ~ LGA/JFK employees may be reimbursed up to $250/month for specific transportation expenses through the NYC Transit Reimbursement Program. ~10 paid holidays per calendar year. ~ Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance 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. ~ 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.