Ground Maintenance Technician (Motorized) - DCA

The Ground Maintenance Technician (GMT) – Motorized position repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE) using the appropriate manuals and tools to accomplish all routine and non-routine maintenance.

The minimum starting hourly rate for this position is $26.69.

Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):

• Inspects, services, troubleshoots, repairs, replaces and overhauls all GSE and components including the following: truck chassis, body, and drive-train components on a variety of equipment.
• Responsible for electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair, painting, bodywork, and other technical work.
• Practices safety-conscious and environmentally-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

The minimum starting hourly rate for this position is $26.69 with a potential maximum hourly rate of $34.38. The ability to reach the maximum hourly rate is dependent upon several other offered premiums (Examples would include but are not limited to - Refrigeration, Welding, ASE (Automotive Service Excellence), or CIMM (Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic) licenses, and Shift differential).

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)

• 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.
• Completion of a two-year degree at a post-secondary technical school or have a minimum of three years of demonstrated ability.
• Ability to occasionally lift items weighing between 50 and 70 pounds.
• Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to and including 50 pounds.
• This position requires the qualified candidate to pass a drug screen and an extensive criminal background check, and all information provided will be verified.
• Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by the date of hire to be considered for a U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
• Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by the date of hire to be considered for a U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.

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.
• Ability to communicate 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.
• Must achieve a satisfactory score on entry tests structured to assess performance.