Automotive Technician

UPS•Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

UPS is seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join its fleet maintenance team. The role maintains a range of equipment, including delivery vehicles, heavy-duty on-road tractors, and trailers from various manufacturers. Propulsion systems may include diesel, gasoline, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hybrid, and electric technologies, depending on location. Technicians troubleshoot and maintain systems such as hydraulic and air brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls. The position requires willingness to work second or third shifts and schedules that may run Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday, or Tuesday through Saturday, depending on location needs. Technicians must have the hand tools needed for their assigned work and comply with applicable Department of Transportation requirements. Work may involve variable temperatures and humidity, cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, noise, and inclement outdoor weather. The role requires frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, standing, walking, and turning or pivoting; sitting is infrequent. Compensation starts at $39.37 per hour. This is a permanent, union-represented position, with applicable wage rates and benefits governed by the collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Must have an active driver’s license issued by a state.
Must have current documented automotive mechanical experience.
Must have experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools, and a personal computer.
Must possess a full complement of personal hand tools.
Must be willing to work second or third shifts and the schedules required by location.
Must be available to work varying shifts, additional hours, and/or overtime depending on service needs.
Must meet applicable D.O.T. requirements for the job assignment.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.
Must be able to perform the described physical activities and communicate effectively through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise to complete tasks and maintain job safety.

Nice To Haves

Class A/B or Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Maintain delivery vehicles, heavy-duty on-road tractors, and trailers.
Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls.
Meet D.O.T. requirements applicable to the job assignment.
Operate standard and manual transmissions.
Operate power and pneumatic tools.
Use hand tools required for the applicable job assignment.
Wear personal protective equipment as required.
Work cooperatively in a diverse work environment and communicate effectively to perform assigned tasks and maintain job safety.
Report to work regularly and on time and complete scheduled workdays consistently.