Sheet Metal Technician – Line

About the Company

United Airlines' Technical Operations team brings together aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals and supply chain teams who keep the fleet ready to fly. United offers career growth, health and wellness benefits and travel across its route network.

Role Overview

United is looking for a full-time Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) with a valid Airframe & Powerplant certification to join Technical Operations at one of its domestic hubs. You will service and maintain aircraft systems, powerplant, airframe and components, on larger, highly sophisticated aircraft than those flown by smaller regional airlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspections, preventive maintenance and routine maintenance
• Troubleshooting, parts replacement and repair
• Working professionally and collaboratively with co-workers as a supportive teammate
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions, including extremes; hands-on work is part of the job

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid US driver's licence (revoked, suspended or expired licences are not considered valid)
• Strong mechanical competence and attention to detail
• Must pass a 10-year background check and a fingerprint-based criminal history check to obtain and retain the required credentials
• Position-specific clearances include, but are not limited to, FAA, TSA, Port Authority, US Customs and US Postal Service
• Willingness to take a pre-placement physical abilities test, hearing and vision tests, and a drug screen
• Legally authorised to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of an interview
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Licences & Qualifications

• FAA A&P licence

Working Hours

• Union position based on seniority; you will be assigned an initial schedule designed to meet the needs of the airport
• Must be available for any shift in a 24/7 operation, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Mandatory overtime may be required when necessary

What We Offer

• Starting rate: $38.77 (hourly)
• Benefits with several plan options
• Flight privileges from day one: you and your family can fly anywhere in the world on standby
• At least two consecutive days off, plus vacation days earned according to length of service

Additional Information

Job ID DEN00006910. Category: Aircraft Maintenance and Support, At the Airport. Posted 2026-11-03; posting closes 2026-11-17. United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer; to request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com.