Delta to Bring Back Staff
Merger creates need to fill in gaps, recall 'below wing' crews.
DETROIT -- While many of its competitors are contemplating outsourcing work to slash costs, Delta Air Lines Inc. is bringing some jobs back in house.
The company's decision to insource will potentially bring back hundreds of "below wing" ramp and mechanical workers to Delta, jobs usually targeted during market downturns for outsourcing. The initial changes will start in big stations like Dallas/Fort Worth, a former Delta hub, and Phoenix. Eventually, workers in Michigan are expected to be part of the trend, but it's unclear how many workers will be insourced, said Michael Campbell, the company's senior vice president of labor relations.
The change was spurred by Delta's recent merger with Northwest Airlines.
To read the full story click here.
We Recommend
-
News
As Delta Outsources More Work, Its Mechanics Stay Busy Doing Lucrative Tasks for Other Airlines
Almost half the 5,000-employee Atlanta shop's engine overhauls --- which can take two months and cost $1.5 million --- are for outside customers.
-
News
Skies Safer, Despite Airline Woes
While the U.S. airline industry has been going through wrenching and seemingly endless post-9/11 economic turmoil, its safety record has never been better.
-
News
US Airways Reduces Outsourcing Of Reservations
When the hiring is completed by the end of the year, US Airways will employ 2,400 reservations agents in the U.S.
-
Press Release
Delta to Vacate Cincy Concourse, Lay Off Ground Workers
It plans to consolidate its hub operation, putting the jobs of 840 local ground workers at risk.
