Maintenance Utility Employee

Delta Air Lines

Job Number: 26056-29

Expires on October 22, 2026

 Category: Janitorial & Facility Services

 John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

 Compensation: $23.63 Per Hour

 Employment Type: Full-Time

 Schedule: Monday to Friday, Weekends, Holidays

 Experience: 1–2 Years / Junior (12–24 months)

NOTE: This job requires obtaining a SIDA badge, which involves passing a comprehensive criminal background check.

Job Description

The Maintenance Utility Employee tasks are restricted to non-aircraft maintenance only (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 and Servant Leadership – 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%. 
  • New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 – March 31). 
  • In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period. 
  • 10 paid holidays per calendar year. 
  • Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave. 
  • Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave. 
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance 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.

Job Location

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Jamaica, New York 11430

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Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines is a premier global airline headquartered in Atlanta, operating thousands of daily flights to over 300 destinations worldwide. A founding SkyTeam member, Delta is renowned for industry-leading operational reliability, premium customer service, and extensive connectivity.

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Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable.