Automotive Journeyman Technician

UOH UPS Inc (Ohio); Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

United Parcel Service, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Technician in Davenport, IA to join our fleet maintenance team.

You will service a range of delivery vehicles powered by diesel, gasoline and alternative propulsion systems; troubleshoot and maintain braking, electrical and engine systems; and work with diagnostic tools and your own hand tools. Shifts run 5:00pm–1:30am, full-time, with competitive wages, benefits, paid vacations and uniforms provided.

Qualifications

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer.
• Possesses full complement of personal hand tools.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Meets all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified.

Skills

Automotive experience

Diagnostics tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Job Description

UPS is currently seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join our outstanding fleet maintenance team.He/She willmaintain a diverse range of equipment of delivery vehicles. Powered vehicle propulsion includes diesel, gasoline and alternative technology power plants (including compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hybrid and electrical in some locations).Automotive Techniciansmust be skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining various systems including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical and engine control.If you're looking for an exciting career in the automotive industry, we want to hear from you! UPS offers attractive wages, benefits and paid vacations. Uniforms are also provided.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
• Meets all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified

Availability

Available Shift is 5:00pm - 1:30am

Knowledge and Skills

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer
• Possesses full complement of personal hand tools

Work Hours

Works full time shifts: 8-10 hours per day, 4-5 days per 7-day week

Job Requirements

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

Other Criteria

Employer will not sponsor visas for position.

Compensation

• The starting pay for this position is $47.24 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Overview

In 1907, two teenage entrepreneurs in a Seattle basement started with a $100 loan and created what would become the world’s largest package delivery service. Today, operating in more than 220 countries and territories, UPS is committed to moving our world forward by delivering what matters.

UPS and its more than 500,000 UPSers around the globe are a transportation and logistics leader, offering innovative solutions to customers, big and small. UPS understands and appreciates its responsibility to help build safe, stronger and more resilient communities founded on justice and economic opportunity for all, supported by a healthy, sustainable global environment.