Automotive Technician

UPS; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Weekly pay

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Job summary

UPS is seeking an automotive technician to maintain a diverse fleet including delivery vehicles and heavy-duty tractors. The role involves diagnosing and repairing hydraulic brakes, electrical and engine control systems, with various propulsion types. 2nd or 3rd shift options are available at different locations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on automotive experience, owns necessary tools, and can lift up to 70 lbs. CDL preferred; full-time shifts are 8–10 hours, 4–5 days per week.

Qualifications

• Current automotive mechanical experience.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and PC.
• Owns a full set of personal hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Meet DOT requirements for the job.
• Operate and troubleshoot diesel and electric vehicles.
• Repair UPS diesel and electric vehicles and ensure regular maintenance.

Skills

Automotive experience

Diagnostic tools

Personal tools

CDL - Pref

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Scan 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 including delivery vehicles, heavy duty on road tractors and trailers from a variety of manufacturers. 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.

Automotive Technicians 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. 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.
• Repairs all UPS diesel and electric vehicles.
• Ensures all vehicles are maintained regularly and in a timely manner.

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 Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Preferred
• Worksfull time shifts: 8-10 hours per day, 4-5 days per 7-day week.
• 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.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs./32 kgs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and occasionally outdoors.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $39.92 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.