United Airlines · 1 day ago
Line Technician
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$38.77/hr - $38.77/hrUnited Airlines is seeking a Line Technician to join their Technical Operations team, which is responsible for maintaining aircraft and ensuring they are flight-ready. The role involves hands-on work with sophisticated aircraft, requiring strong mechanical competence and attention to detail while collaborating with co-workers in a dynamic environment.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
Keeping our fleet flight-ready
Strong mechanical competence and attention to detail are crucial for this critical position
Unlike smaller regional airlines, you’ll have the opportunity to work on larger, highly sophisticated aircraft with United
We will rely on you to be a great teammate, receiving and providing support as you collaborate professionally and seamlessly with your co-workers
You will generally be working out in the elements, so you must be capable of handling weather extremes
You will likely roll up your sleeves, but for those who enjoy hands-on work, it’s all part of the job
We offer initial training, specialty classes and recurrent training in technical areas and on other topics such as ethics and compliance
With experience, drive and determination to excel, you can move into a variety of roles, including management, inspection, quality control, fleet planning and others
After gaining seniority, you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to other locations within our outstanding network
Since this is a union position based on seniority, you will be assigned an initial schedule designed to meet our needs at the airport
You must be available for any shift within a 24/7 operation, weekends and holidays
You may be required to work mandatory overtime, when necessary
Punctuality and reliability are essential – we’ve got flight schedules to meet!
Great benefits, including several plan options
Flight privileges from day one: you and your family can fly anywhere in the world on stand-by
Time off: you’ll have at least two days off in a row and can earn vacation days based on length of service
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED/Educational Equivalent
FAA A&P License
Valid US Drivers License
Computer literacy
Must pass a background check and drug screen upon contingent job offer
An eagerness to learn and willingness to train
The ability to access elevated aircraft areas via ladders, lift trucks, boom lifts and other devices
The strength to lift 50 pounds, physical flexibility and the ability to work in confined spaces
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Benefits
Great benefits, including several plan options
Flight privileges from day one: you and your family can fly anywhere in the world on stand-by
Time off: you’ll have at least two days off in a row and can earn vacation days based on length of service
Company
United Airlines
United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online.
Founded in 1926
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-01-25IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Leskinen
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Deneen DeFiore
Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer
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