Buildings and Systems Engineering Specialist (Union)

hcmportal; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS in Knoxville, TN is seeking a maintenance technician who will troubleshoot, calibrate, and adjust plant floor devices to keep conveyors and automation systems running smoothly. The role emphasizes rapid response to alarms, collaboration with maintenance mechanics, and resolving breakdowns to maintain optimal operations.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent) and experience with programming, basic networking, motor control theory, and electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience in programming, troubleshooting, basic network knowledge, motor control theory, and operations (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Capable of reading and interpreting electrical schematics and basic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Addresses inquiries and needs from internal customers
• Reacts promptly to facility alarms and emergency situations
• Identifies and resolves issues as they occur
• Conducts routine maintenance to prevent potential problems

Skills

Motor control theory

Electrical troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Reading schematics

Programming

Basic network knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description

This position troubleshoots, calibrates, and adjusts plant floor devices as necessary to maintain optimal performance of plant floor equipment. This position sorts calls and breakdowns and expedites their completion. This position provides information to maintenance mechanics on how to complete required repairs to resolve breakdown situations. This position assists in solving the daily problems inherent in keeping the conveyors and automation systems in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Addresses inquiries and needs from internal customers

• Reacts promptly to facility alarms and emergency situations

• Identifies and resolves issues as they occur

• Conducts routine maintenance to prevent potential problems

Requirements

• Must be able to work Monday - Friday 6pm-3am

• Must be able to reside within the job location or willing to relocate on own

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent qualification from an international institution - preferred

• Experience in programming, troubleshooting, basic network knowledge, motor control theory, and operations, including fundamental AC and DC electrical troubleshooting - preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Capable of reading and interpreting electrical schematics and basic diagrams.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $23.00 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.