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Plant Maintenance Technician - DMX

Southwest Airlines
401(k)
United States, Texas, Dallas
Feb 02, 2026
Department: Technical Operations Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: Pay & Benefits: Pay of $34.73 to $34.73 per hour. With the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums. Benefits you'll love: Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit* Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets) Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits Do you enjoy working with your hands and solving realworld problems every day? Plant Maintenance Technicians at Southwest Airlines work handson, maintain hangars, offices, and maintenance facilities that support our frontline Technical Operations Teams. They'll repair critical infrastructure and respond quickly to urgent needs that help prevent flight delays while ensuring facilities are safe, reliable, and ready for nonstop operations. Plant Maintenance Technicians are proud to make a lasting impact behind the scenes, helping shape the future of Southwest Airlines by keeping the foundation of our operation strong every day. Additional Details The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you wouldbe required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S.requiredand no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We'recommitted to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Responsibilities Maintenance, dismantling, altering, repairing and erecting of buildings, hangars, ground offices, office equipment, in and about the Maintenance Facility Will work with field equipment and perform duties generally performed by plumbers, painters, sheet metal workers, electricians, carpenters, machinists, welders, heating and air conditioning systems, and all electrical and control circuits pertaining to all the plant, building and facility installations Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be familiar with basic city codes Ability to read and comprehend architectural blue prints and commercial wiring diagrams Ability to follow instructions, learn, understand, and comply with building codes pertaining to structural building maintenance Ability to to write accurate and complete summaries of work accomplished on required forms and keep daily, weekly, and monthly record on various systems Must be aware of possible hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as required Must work under specified deadlines and time constraints to meet the demands of facilities maintenance Ability to work well with others as part of a team under stressful situations Must be able to perform all job functions in a limited space and in hazardous areas Must be able to communicate information and instruction, verbally and in writing Ability to work some overtime if needed Must possess the basic tools required for routine facilities maintenance Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Experience Required: 2 years of experience in commercial plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, general carpentry, and heating/welding experience Preferred: HVAC knowledge Preferred: Ability to learn new computer systems like MXi and MX connections Licensing/Certification N/A Physical Abilities Must be able to move items up to 50 pounds on a regular basis Must be able to climb, bend, crawl and stoop on a frequent basis and for extended periods and work in cramped or confined spaces Must be able to work from heights occasionally Other Qualifications Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 Must be at least 18 years of age Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time. 401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company. Pay Rate: $34.73 Pay Rate: $34.73 Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.