What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Utility Employee position at Delta Airlines?
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
TechOps
02-Jun-2026
Ref #: 32710
Starting Pay: $20.55 per hour
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The Maintenance Utility Employee tasks are restricted to only non-aircraft maintenance (e.g. general housekeeping duties, janitorial tasks, machine or tank servicing (fluids, filters, media, etc.) Other tasks include completion of pre-operational inspections of ground support equipment (GSE) and vehicles, operating forklifts and cleaning. Aside from these duties, this MUE is also responsible for collecting empty boxes, pallets and other miscellaneous items to keep work areas and its halls clear of debris.
Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):
- Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
- General housekeeping, machine servicing and GSE pre-operational inspections.
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
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 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
- Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- 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
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Possesses high school diploma, GED or high school equivalency.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
- Must be able to read and write English.
- Must meet the physical requirements which qualify a person to perform essential job functions (lift 35lbs).
- Must be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
- Must be a team player and a self-starter.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and either rotating or fixed shifts.
- 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 prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- Previous Forklift, Motorized cart experience.
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