Automotive Technician

hcmportal; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS seeks a reliable Automotive Technician to join our fleet maintenance team in North Carolina. You will maintain a diverse range of delivery vehicles and trailers, diagnose systems, and ensure safe operation of propulsion and braking systems.

The role requires hands-on electrical and engine control work, ability to work 2nd or 3rd shifts, and readiness to follow DOT requirements. Training and PPE provided; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Current documented automotive mechanical experience.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer.

Responsibilities

• Meets the D.O.T. requirements required by job assignment.
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently during the workday.
• Sits infrequently, as required, during the workday.
• Operates standard and manual transmissions.
• Operates power and pneumatic tools.
• Wears personal protective equipment as required.
• Works in environments with varying temperatures and humidity, dust, dirt, and noise.
• Communicates effectively to perform tasks and maintain safety.

Skills

Automotive mechanical experience

Diagnostic equipment usage

Tools

Scan tools

Job description

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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 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 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
• 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

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.
• 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

  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.