Buildings and Systems Engineering Union Specialist

UPS; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k)

Defined-benefit pension plan

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

UPS in Little Rock, AR seeks an automation technician to troubleshoot, calibrate, and adjust plant floor devices to keep conveyors and facility systems reliable.

You will support breakdown responses, guide mechanics, and perform preventive maintenance using PLCs and electrical knowledge. This role offers weekly pay, extensive training, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in engineering – Preferred
• Experience with automation systems, including PLC troubleshooting and control systems – Preferred
• Knowledge of electrical systems, including AC/DC circuits, motor controls, and electrical troubleshooting – Preferred
• Programming experience, including basic network understanding and system diagnostics – Preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams -Preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Responsibilities

• Responds to internal customers and operational support requests.
• Responds to facility alarms, automation faults, and emergencies.
• Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, and automation-related issues, including PLC-controlled systems.
• Supports and guides maintenance mechanics in diagnosing and completing repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance on automated and facility systems.
• Assists in maintaining optimal performance of conveyors and other automated equipment.

Skills

Automation systems

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Network fundamentals

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

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Job Description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, calibrating, and adjusting plant floor devices to maintain optimal performance of automated systems and facility equipment. The role supports breakdown response by prioritizing calls, expediting resolution, and providing technical guidance to maintenance mechanics. This position leverages experience in automation systems, PLCs, and electrical troubleshooting to resolve complex issues and ensure reliability of conveyors and facility infrastructure. Additionally, this role assists in addressing daily operational challenges to maintain safe and efficient system performance.

Responsibilities

• Responds to internal customers and operational support requests.
• Responds to facility alarms, automation faults, and emergencies.
• Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, and automation-related issues, including PLC-controlled systems.
• Supports and guides maintenance mechanics in diagnosing and completing repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance on automated and facility systems.
• Assists in maintaining optimal performance of conveyors and other automated equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in engineering – Preferred
• Experience with automation systems, including PLC troubleshooting and control systems – Preferred
• Knowledge of electrical systems, including AC/DC circuits, motor controls, and electrical troubleshooting – Preferred
• Programming experience, including basic network understanding and system diagnostics – Preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams -Preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $23 per hour. For union-represented postings, wage rates, 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 benefits after the waiting and/or probation period, $0 healthcare premium, paid vacation, paid sick leave, family and medical leave as required by law, paid holidays, and a discounted employee stock purchase program.

Employee Type

Permanent

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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.