Journeyman Mechanic-Buildings and Systems Engineering

UOH UPS Inc (Ohio); Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay via Direct Deposit

Paid vacation after 1 year

IAM pension plan

Health, dental and vision after one yr

Onsite parking

Employee discounts

Job summary

UPS is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic/Industrial Electrician in Richmond, VA to support the package sorting system, including belt conveyors. This full-time permanent role operates Sunday–Thursday, 9:00 PM–5:30 AM, with starting pay of $39.16/hour and $46.07/hour after one year of service.

Work location is 9601 Coach Road, Richmond, VA, 23237, United States. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing motors, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLC related equipment, along with

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Ability to receive and give instruction over radio in industrial environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience of performing maintenance on conveyor belts is an asset.
• Knowledge of electrical and building schematics is an asset.
• Knowledge of keyboard and basic computer skills is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.
• Troubleshooting, adjusting and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers and PLC.
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as puck sorters, flow splitters, diverters, air compressors, 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.
• Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment.

Skills

Radio communication

Interpersonal skills

Conveyor belt maintenance

Electrical schematics

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic or Industrial Electrician position supports the package sorting system, including belt conveyors. In our industry this position is also known as Plant Mechanic or Industrial Mechanic. This position is responsible for a broad range of maintenance and electrical activities that are performed to keep UPS package handling facilities operating efficiently and effectively. The work can be fast-paced and requires routine interaction with other operations employees.

Job Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Work Location

9601 Coach Road, Richmond, VA 23237, United States of America

Work Hours Schedule

Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM

Compensation

$39.16/hour during the first year

$46.07/hour after one year of continuous service

Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting troubleshooting repairing and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates
• Troubleshooting adjusting and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers and PLC
• Inspecting troubleshooting repairing and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as puck sorters, flow splitters, diverters, air compressors, 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
• Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment

Requirements

• Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Ability to receive and give instruction over radio in industrial environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience of performing maintenance on conveyor belts is an asset
• Knowledge of electrical and building schematics is an asset
• Knowledge of keyboard and basic computer skills is an asset

Compensation And Benefits

• Paid training
• Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit- Every Friday
• Personal paid days off (Eligibility Requirements) 1 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service (2 weeks after 2 years, 3 weeks after 10 years, 4 weeks after 15 years, 5 weeks after 20 years, 6 weeks after 25 years)
• Eligible for IAM national pension plan
• Extended Health Care Benefits (Vision, health, life insurance, and dental benefits after one year of service)
• Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’
• Free Onsite Parking
• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 500 Company
• Monthly union dues, approximately $100/month
• Exposed to hot/cold temperatures when working indoors and outdoors
• Wear a UPS Mechanic uniform and adhere to the company’s Appearance Guidelines

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.

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 $39.16/hr. The company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. 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 Background

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.