Automotive Technician

UOH UPS Inc (Ohio); Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Extensive training

Growth opportunities

401(K)

Pension plan

Medical-dental and vision

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

UPS is seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join its fleet maintenance team in the United States. The role involves maintaining delivery vehicles, heavy-duty tractors, and trailers, with diesel, gasoline, and alternative propulsion systems.

You will troubleshoot hydraulic brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls while adhering to safety standards. The position requires a valid driver's license, flexibility for second/third shifts (including various weekly schedules), and owning

Qualifications

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience.
• Possesses full complement of personal hand tools.
• CDL license preferred; must obtain within first year of employment.

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 hand grasping and reaching as necessary to complete tasks.
• Operates standard and manual transmission.

Skills

Reliability

Shift flexibility

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Scan tools

Job description

Job Description

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.

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 2nd or 3rd shifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need
• Working hours 9pm-5:30am
• 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 at the time of hire. A CDL license must be obtained within the first year of employment
• 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 effectively through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

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.

Pay Range

For this union-represented posting, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions. The starting pay rate for this position starts at $37.37/hr.

Benefits and Compensation

• Weekly pay
• Extensive training
• Growth opportunities
• 401(K)
• Defined‑benefit pension plan
• Medical‑dental and vision after waiting and or probation period
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick and family and medical leave time as required by law
• Paid holidays
• Education assistance program
• Discounted employee stock purchase program

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