Aircraft Mechanic
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview &Key Responsibilities )
The Aircraft Support Mechanic (ASM) is a critical Tech Ops role this role, you will help maintain the proper and safe functioning of Delta’s fleet, ensuring customers have an exceptional travel experience.
ASM’s work can be independent or team-based, assisting Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) with technical or non-technical functions related to aircraft interiors or other areas as needed. This position is a perfect entry‑level mechanic. You’ll have many opportunities to work with and learn from experienced AMTs, developing key knowledge and skills that prepare you for career advancement at Delta Air Lines.
- Performs all work activities in accordance with established laws, regulations, standards, safety protocols, and procedures to ensure safety of self and others.
- Conducts inspections to locate damage, defects, or wear that may affect safety, reliability, or customer experience, reporting issues as appropriate.
- Recommends replacement, repair, or modification of aircraft equipment based on inspection.
- Reports issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel, as required.
- Tests machinery, mechanical equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning.
- 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. seat gears, tray tables, wiring/electrical), using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
- Troubleshoots equipment or systems operation problems.
- Interprets discrepancies or logs (written or verbal) to understand history and nature of issue, troubleshoot issue, and identify required next steps (e.g. fix, defer, replace).
- Reads and interprets technical manuals and guidelines to perform inspections, installations, repairs, or other work activities.
- Maintains repair logs, documenting all preventative and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
- Interprets and uses specifications, drawings, blueprints diagrams, schematics, or flow charts to determine operational methods or sequences and to complete work activities.
- Researches manuals, flight logs, or other technical resources to gather information needed to complete work activities.
- Practices safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- 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 a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
- Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
- It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
- An Airframe & Powerplant license is preferred, but not required.
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. 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…
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