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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 12:12 pm
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When you go to face 2 face interview with a manager of delta after interview does the manager tell you right away if you are hired or not? And if hired how long does it take to start the job?

And when you go to interview are you interviewed alone with the manager or group of people?

If anyone knows please help.

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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 1:08 pm
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It varies by position, location, and requirements.
Either way, best of luck! It's always great to have an insider on flyertalk. Bring in the flyertalk spirit!
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 1:17 pm
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The position is "Customer Service Agent: Ticketing/Gate (Ready Reserve)" in BOI
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 1:18 pm
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Best of luck, hope you get the position right away
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 1:23 pm
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Thank You, i really hope to get the job... i guess I'll see everything on my interview.
But if someone know any info about the question's i asked please let me know.
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 6:43 pm
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with no specific knowledge of delta's hiring policy, i think it's safe to say that you will not be told on the spot if you are or are not hired. this is not common practice for most fields, so unless you really screw up the interview and they are not interested, your interview will likely end with a polite "thank you, and you can expect to hear from us in a few days."

also, the amount of time between your offer and your start date would likely be more up to you than up to delta.

again, this is just a general observation and not based on delta policy
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 10:29 am
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ic, well to be honest on all the jobs i had they told me right away if they take me or not so i hope they will let me know right away and hope they take me to the job... i guess i will find out tomorrow...
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 10:36 am
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Originally Posted by AK360
ic, well to be honest on all the jobs i had they told me right away if they take me or not so i hope they will let me know right away and hope they take me to the job... i guess i will find out tomorrow...
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 11:42 am
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Do airlines require applicants have a drug screening test? I'm guessing they would.

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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 11:51 am
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Do airlines require applicants have a drug screening test? I'm guessing they would.

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To qualify for this position, you must:

# Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
# Have a valid driver's license
# Be at least 18 years of age
# Have the ability to pass an extensive background check and drug test
# Have the ability to lift at least 70 lbs
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 12:07 pm
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Without knowing DL's policies, I would expect them to verify some of the information on your application/resume and google you (either before or after the interview, depending on the number of applicants) before extending a formal offer. The background check could happen after you have accepted a conditional job offer and delay your start. You probably need to sign your permission for the background check, but this might be included on the application form. You might not be able to start, or even begin training, before the results of the mandatory drug test.

Most employers will respect you for delaying the start date to give fair notification (typically one pay period by convention, but this expectation is stated in some employee handbooks) to your current employer.
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 1:41 pm
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Without knowing DL's policies, I would expect them to verify some of the information on your application/resume and google you (either before or after the interview, depending on the number of applicants) before extending a formal offer. The background check could happen after you have accepted a conditional job offer and delay your start. You probably need to sign your permission for the background check, but this might be included on the application form. You might not be able to start, or even begin training, before the results of the mandatory drug test.

Most employers will respect you for delaying the start date to give fair notification (typically one pay period by convention, but this expectation is stated in some employee handbooks) to your current employer.
and google you, what if there is someone with my name and last name out there?
hmm is it really that hard to get a job at delta or it just seems like it?....
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 1:56 pm
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Originally Posted by AK360
and google you, what if there is someone with my name and last name out there?
hmm is it really that hard to get a job at delta or it just seems like it?....
Regardless of what spin the government is putting on it and based on what several of my friends that are currently looking for work have to say on the subject ... it is hard as H*** to get a job anywhere these days.
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 2:51 pm
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I've thought about applying for a DL job too. Am I correct in that the upside is free travel and the downside is that you wouldn't ever qualify for elite status/upgrades/etc.?
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 2:59 pm
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Originally Posted by MSPeconomist
Without knowing DL's policies, I would expect them to verify some of the information on your application/resume and google you (either before or after the interview, depending on the number of applicants) before extending a formal offer. The background check could happen after you have accepted a conditional job offer and delay your start. You probably need to sign your permission for the background check, but this might be included on the application form. You might not be able to start, or even begin training, before the results of the mandatory drug test.

Most employers will respect you for delaying the start date to give fair notification (typically one pay period by convention, but this expectation is stated in some employee handbooks) to your current employer.
My company recommends not giving notice until you have passed the drug screening.

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