Automotive Technician

UPS; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 4,476,752 - 6,375,980; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

UPS is seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join our fleet maintenance team in Kannapolis, North Carolina. This role requires maintaining various delivery vehicles, including heavy-duty tractors and trailers across multiple brands.

The ideal candidate will have documented automotive mechanical experience, an active driver’s license, and the necessary hand tools. The position offers a starting pay of $39.39 per hour, weekly pay, and benefits including 401(K) and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience.
• Must have an active driver’s license issued by the state.
• Must possess the required hand tools to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Meet the D.O.T. requirements for the job.
• Operate standard and manual transmissions.
• Use power and pneumatic tools.

Skills

Automotive mechanical experience

Diagnostic equipment use

Class A/B or A CDL

Effective communication

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

Overview

Seek 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 and gasoline. 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 the D.O.T. requirements required by the job assignment
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout the duration of the workday
• Sits infrequently, as required, throughout the duration of the 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 transmissions
• 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, or Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on 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 a full complement of personal hand tools
• Class A/B or A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Preferred
• Dependable with the ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workday consistently
• Available to work varying shifts, additional hours, and/or overtime depending on service need
• Wears personal protective equipment as required
• Works in an environment with variable temperatures and humidity, 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

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $39.39 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, and discounted employee stock purchase program.

Employee Type

Permanent

Equal Opportunity

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