BaSE Mechanic

UOH UPS Inc (Ohio); Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Extensive training

Growth opportunities

401(K)

Defined-benefit pension plan

Medical-dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Education assistance program

Discounted stock purchase program

Job summary

UPS is currently hiring Building and Systems Engineering (BaSE) Mechanics responsible for maintenance activities that ensure the efficient operation of package handling facilities. This fast-paced role requires strong electrical knowledge and the ability to adapt to various shifts in a 24 x 7 operation.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot AC/DC equipment, inspect mechanical components, and perform preventive maintenance. UPS offers a robust benefit package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical background required, must pass electrical assessment.
• Availability to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts in a 24 x 7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and replace AC and DC electrical equipment.
• Inspect and repair mechanical components and conveyor belts.
• Maintain and repair pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment.

Skills

Electrical equipment troubleshooting

Mechanical component inspection

Pneumatic equipment repair

Hydraulic equipment maintenance

Welding

Tools

Variable Frequency Drives

Servo driven equipment

Conveyors

Power industrial equipment

Job description

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Job Summary

UPS is currently hiring Building and Systems Engineering (BaSE) Mechanics. This position is responsible for maintenance activities that are performed to keep a UPS package handling facility operating efficiently and effectively. The work is fast-paced and requires routine interaction with other hub employees. Ideal candidates must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, in a 24 x 7 operation. This position requires strong electrical background and must pass electrical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, adjusting, and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers, servo driven equipment, photo electrical devices, transducers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s) and encoders
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as diverters, lubricators, hoses, and coils
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing hydraulic equipment such as hoses, fittings, cylinders, and pumps
• Welding equipment such as handrails, conveyor supports, package handling equipment, carts, and grating as defined by scope of work
• Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment

Employee Type

Permanent

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 $40.01/hr.

Benefits

• 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

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.