Licensed Maintenance Mechanic

UPS; Richmond; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay via direct deposit

Paid vacation

Health, vision, life and dental after

Tool allowance

Uniform provided

Employee discounts

Free onsite parking

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

UPS Surrey Automated Facility seeks a Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) to maintain and repair conveyor systems and plant equipment. The role requires Red Seal Millwright certification, 3+ years post-apprenticeship maintenance experience, and strong electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic skills.

Unionized, full-time, with comprehensive benefits. Shift is 3:00 AM–11:30 AM, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekends during peak season; a base rate plus hourly bonus applies.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Millwright Certification required.
• Post-apprenticeship maintenance experience across industrial equipment.
• Conveyor belt maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics and basic computer basics.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical components on conveyors and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls, relays, and timers in an industrial setting.
• Maintain pneumatic systems including air compressors and coils.
• Maintain hydraulic equipment such as hoses, fittings, and pumps.
• Weld handrails and supports for safety and equipment integrity.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment and conveyors.

Skills

Conveyor maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding

Preventive maintenance

Radio communication

Education

Red Seal Millwright Certification

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Tools

Electrical schematics

Industrial automation basics

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) position supports the package sorting system, including belt conveyors, at our state-of-the-art Surrey Automated Facility. In our industry, this position is also known as Plant Mechanic or Industrial Mechanic. This position is responsible for a broad range of maintenance activities performed to keep UPS package handling facilities operating efficiently and effectively. The work can be fast-paced and requires routine interaction with other operations employees.

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent, Unionized

Work Location

19088 38TH Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 0P6, Canada

Department

Buildings and Systems Engineering

Shift

3:00 AM to 11:30 AM Monday through Friday
Flexibility required to work occasional weekends & non-regular shifts, especially during peak season

Pay rate

$39.24/hr. (Base Rate $36.00/hr. + Hourly Bonus of $3.24/hr.)

Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates
• Troubleshooting, adjusting and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, and timers
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as puck sorters, flow splitters, diverters, air compressors, lubricators, hoses, and coils
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing hydraulic equipment such as hoses, fittings, cylinders, and pumps
• Welding equipment such as handrails, conveyor supports, package handling equipment, carts, and grating
• Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment

Requirements

• Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Possession of a valid Red Seal Millwright Certification
• Ability to receive and give instructions over the radio in an industrial environment
• 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience performing maintenance on industrial equipment
• Experience in performing maintenance on conveyor belts
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of electrical schematics
• Knowledge of keyboard and basic computer skills- Asset

Compensation And Benefits

• Paid training
• Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit- Every Friday
• Personal paid days off (Eligibility Requirements)
• 2 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service (3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 10 years, 5 weeks after 20 years, and 6 weeks after 25 years)
• Extended Health Care Benefits (Vision, health, life insurance, and dental benefits after one year of service)
• Annual allowance of $250 for Steel-Toe shoes
• Annual allowance of $450 for tools
• Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’
• Free Onsite Parking
• Employee Referral Bonus Program (conditions apply) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to work in UPS Canada’s newest state-of-the-art automated sorting facility
• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 500 Company

Expenses/Working Conditions

• Monthly union dues (approximately $52/month)
• A union initiation fee of $50 will be deducted after completing 90 working days with UPS.
• Exposed to hot/cold temperatures when working indoors and outdoors
• Wear a UPS Mechanic uniform and adhere to the company’s Appearance Guidelines

Employee Type

Permanent

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