1st class Mechanic

hcmportal; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Extensive training

401(k)

Pension plan

Medical, dental & vision

Zero healthcare premium

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Stock purchase program

Job summary

UPS in Covington, LA is seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join the fleet maintenance team. The role covers maintenance of delivery vehicles, heavy-duty tractors, and trailers with diesel, gasoline and alternative propulsion systems.

Must own hand tools and be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift as required by location. Responsibilities include DOT compliance, diverse maintenance, diagnostic work, and safe operation of tools; strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer.
• Possesses full complement of personal hand tools.
• Class A/B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets D.O.T requirements required by job assignment.
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout duration of workday.
• Sits infrequently, as required, throughout duration of workday.
• Exercises simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, and reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Operates standard and manual transmission.
• Operates power and pneumatic tools.

Skills

Automotive experience

Diagnostic tools

Reliability

Team player

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Scan tools

Personal computer

Job description

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Job Description:

Job Summary

Seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join our outstanding fleet maintenance team. The Automotive Technician will be responsible for maintaining a diverse range of equipment, including delivery vehicles, heavy-duty on-road tractors, and trailers from various manufacturers. These vehicles' propulsion systems include diesel, gasoline, and alternative technologies such as compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hybrid, and electrical in some locations.

Automotive Technicians must be skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining various systems, including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls.

Automotive Technicians must be willing to work 2ndor 3rdshifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need.Automotive Techniciansmust possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Meets D.O.T requirements required by job assignment
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout duration of workday
• Sits infrequently, as required, throughout duration of workday
• Exercises simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, and reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks
• Operates standard and manual transmission
• Operates power and pneumatic tools

Requirements

• Must have an active driver’s license issued by the state
• Must be willing to work 2ndor 3rdshifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need.
• Must possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer
• Possesses full complement of personal hand tools
• Class A/B or A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• Dependable with ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workday on a consistent basis
• Available to work varying shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending on service needs
• Wears personal protective equipment as required
• Works in an environment with variable temperatures and humidity (climatic conditions), exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather, etc.
• Works cooperatively in a diverse work environment
• Communicates effectivelythrough sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $39.07 per hour. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Hired applicants are eligible for

• weekly pay
• extensive training
• 401(K)
• defined-benefit pension plan
• medical-dental and vision after waiting and or probation period
• $0 healthcare premium
• paid vacation
• paid sick and family and medical leave time as required by law
• paid holidays
• discounted employee stock purchase program

Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.