Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

TechOps

01-Jul-2026

Ref #: 32867

Starting Pay: $41.77 per hour

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

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is a critical TechOps role at Delta.  In this role, you will maintain the proper and safe functioning of Delta's fleet, ensuring customers have exceptional travel experience.  AMTs maintain aircraft, aircraft engines, and aircraft components and avionics systems according to Delta and FAA specifications; perform inspections during assembly of parts and after repair or installation of components; document maintenance procedures including component damage, origin, and condition; and practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.

Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):

• Performs all work activities in accordance with established laws, regulations, standards, safety protocols, and procedures to ensure safety of self and others.
• Inspects aircraft or aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, tires, and engines for damage, defects, corrosion, or other wear to ensure airworthiness.
• Recommends replacement, repair, or modification of aircraft equipment based on inspection.
• Reports issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel, as required.
• Installs, removes, or modifies aircraft structures, systems, or components, following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications.
• Repairs worn, defective, or damaged parts or components (e.g., damaged gaskets, lines and couplings, cables, and pulleys), using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Inspects completed work to certify that maintenance adheres to standards and procedures, and that aircraft are ready for operation.
• Interprets discrepancies or logs (written or verbal) to understand history and nature of issue, to troubleshoot issue, and to identify required next steps (e.g., fix, defer, replace).
• Researches, reads, and interprets technical manuals and guidelines to perform inspections, installations, repairs, or other work activities.
• Reviews maintenance records to determine if service and maintenance checks, repairs, and overhauls were performed at prescribed intervals.
• Maintains repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
• Serves as a technical expert or mentor by providing advice and corrective recommendations to others.
• Uses computers, computer systems, and other technology to enter, document, access, receive, or communicate information.
• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• Participate in continuous learning as offered and available. Continue to grow skills and qualifications (initial schools, taxi qualifications etc.) as career progresses and deemed operationally necessary.

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

• Delta's culture is grounded in our shared values of Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork . We believe our people are our success, and we are committed to sharing that success with our employees.
• Here's what you can expect when you join Delta:
• Competitive pay, industry‑leading profit sharing, and performance incentives
• 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal time, maternity, and parental leave
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, and life insurance
• Family care support including fertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance, lactation support, and back‑up care
• Holistic wellbeing programs supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial health
• Access to an employee assistance program for you and your household, free financial coaching, and mental health resources
• Domestic and international space‑available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
• Career development programs to support long‑term growth
• Opportunities to engage in community service, sustainability initiatives, and carbon‑reduction efforts
• Business Resource Groups to foster inclusion, connection, and shared perspectives
• Recognition through the Unstoppable Together rewards platform
• Access to 500+ discounts and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks , including travel, insurance, legal services, and childcare

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Must have an FAA Airframe and Power Plant license

• Must have valid driver''s license

• Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and thereafter submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing

• Must read, write, speak, and understand English

• (If transferring internally) Must be performing satisfactorily in present position

• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.

• 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)

• One year of full-time work experience
• Prior military experience
• Prior work experience in the airline industry
• Status as a current Delta employee
• One year of mechanical experience (outside of educational experience)
• One year of aircraft maintenance experience (outside of educational experience)
• One year of heavy jet maintenance experience (outside of educational experience)
• Prior electronics/avionics experience or FCC license

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