Aircraft Maintenance Surface Coat Technician

Aircraft Maintenance Surface Coat Technician

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

TechOps

15-Feb-2023

Ref #: 19565

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

The Aircraft Maintenance Surface Coat Technician– Engine is a critical TechOps role at Delta. This position is part of a team working alongside Aviation Maintenance Technicians and other skilled technicians such as welders and machinists to repair and or restore airframe and engine parts to their original serviceable condition per Delta, OEM, and FAA specifications, and Delta process Standards.

Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):

• Works in a safe, timely and defect-free manner to meet established turn-time goals in support of Engine, Landing Gear, APU, Component, Hangar and Thrust Reverser operations.
• Works any assigned shift in a 24-hour, 7-day operation and must be willing to work alternate shifts, off-days, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Performs particular functions, tasks, and duties which may vary depending upon job assignment and operational requirements, but could include Thermal/Plasma Spray Operations, Cad/Silver, Chrome/Nickel Plating, Alodine/Anodize processes and Coating Removal.
• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

The minimum starting hourly rate for this position is $34.31 with a potential maximum hourly rate of $34.90. The ability to reach the maximum hourly rate is dependent upon several other offered premiums (Examples would include but not limited to - Airframe and Powerplant license , Shift differential, Station location differential, Line Maintenance differential, Skill differential).

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 bac k-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 p artnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon foot prin t
• Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusi on , provide perspective and help implement strategies
• Recogn ition r ewards 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)

• Must be able to take and pass the Delta Air Lines Rules of The Road exam, a Mechanical Aptitude exam, and Spatial Relations exam if a documented record of previously passing these tests is not on file.
• Must be able to use machines and equipment common to aviation shops/offices, adjust settings or controls to produce changes in equipment or materials such that the output conforms to set standards or tolerances and must pass pre-aptitude tests.
• Must be able to read and write at a level to comprehend and apply information contained in detailed and complex technical manuals, procedural manuals, blueprints, etc. with little or no assistance.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to practice safe work habits as evidenced through behavior and attitude.
• Must be able to study, master and achieve the status of a "Qualified Aviation Maintenance Surface Coat Technician" within 12 months of initial job assignment. To achieve "Qualified Status" with skill premium the applicant must satisfy the particular shop's Surface Coat training program and be able to successfully demonstrate proficiency on a minimum of 2 surface coat processes if the shop has multiple lines of surface coat operations.
• Must meet the physical requirements which include the ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• There is a residency requirement of 24 months for the position.
• (If transferring internally) Must be performing satisfactorily in present position.
• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
• Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.
• Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
• Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.
• Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• An Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred, but not required.

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