Trailer Mechanic Journeyman

UOH UPS Inc (Ohio); Hodgkins (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Extensive training

401(k)

Pension plan

Medical-dental-vision benefits

No healthcare premium

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Growth opportunities

Education assistance

Job summary

UPS is seeking a dedicated Trailer Mechanic in the United States to perform preventative maintenance on transportation trailers and converter dollies, diagnose problems, and complete repairs to air brake and electrical systems.

The ideal candidate will have trailer mechanic experience, proficiency with diagnostic equipment and scan tools, and own a full set of hand tools; ability to work varied shifts and meet safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current documented trailer mechanic experience.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer.
• Possess a full complement of personal hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Meet D.O.T requirements.
• Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders and stairs, stand, walk, and turn/pivot frequently throughout the duration of the workday.
• Report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete the scheduled workday on a consistent basis.
• Ability to work varying shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending on service needs.
• Sitting required infrequently throughout the duration of the workday.
• Lift, lower, push, pull, leverage and manipulate equipment and/or packages weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Assist in moving packages or equipment up to 150 pounds.
• Simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Operate standard/manual transmission
• Operate power, pneumatic tools
• Required to wear personal protective equipment
• Work in an environment with: variable temperatures and humidity (climatic conditions), exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather
• Have a sufficient ability to communicate, through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

Skills

Trailer mechanic experience

Diagnostic tools usage

Personal hand tools

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Scan tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

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Job Description

Trailer Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance on UPS Transportation Trailers and Converter Dollies. Will properly diagnose and perform necessary repairs to non-power equipment, including air brake systems and electrical systems.

Ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Current documented trailer mechanic experience
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer
• Possess a full complement of personal hand tools

Responsibilities & Duties

• Meet D.O.T requirements
• Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders and stairs, stand, walk, and turn/pivot frequently throughout the duration of the workday
• Report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete the scheduled workday on a consistent basis
• Ability to work varying shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending on service needs
• Sitting required infrequently throughout the duration of the workday
• Lift, lower, push, pull, leverage and manipulate equipment and/or packages weighing up to 70 pounds
• Assist in moving packages or equipment up to 150 pounds
• Simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks
• Operate standard/manual transmission
• Operate power, pneumatic tools
• Required to wear personal protective equipment
• Work in an environment with: variable temperatures and humidity (climatic conditions), exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather
• Have a sufficient ability to communicate, through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

Compensation

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $38.56 per hour.

For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Benefits

• 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
• growth opportunities
• education assistance program

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 $38.56/hr.

Equal Opportunity

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

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.

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.