Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

UPS•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

UPS is hiring a Building and Systems Engineering (BaSE) Mechanic to maintain equipment and help keep a package-handling facility operating efficiently and effectively. The work is fast-paced and involves routine interaction with other hub employees. Candidates must have a strong electrical background and pass a mandatory electrical assessment and hands-on testing before the final interview. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Candidates must be available for first, second, or third shift; a possible third-shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The position is permanent. Starting pay is $40.13 per hour. Union wage rates and benefits, where applicable, are governed by the relevant collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees receive weekly pay, extensive training, and benefits including a 401(k), defined-benefit pension, medical, dental and vision coverage after any applicable waiting or probationary period, a $0 healthcare premium, paid vacation, paid sick and family and medical leave as required by law, paid holidays, and a discounted employee stock purchase program. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the United States for this employer. UPS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Requirements

Strong electrical background.
Pass a mandatory electrical assessment and hands-on testing before the final interview.
Be a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the United States for this employer.
Be available to work first, second, or third shift in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, adjust, and replace AC and DC electrical equipment, including batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers, servo-driven equipment, photoelectric devices, transducers, variable frequency drives, and encoders.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace mechanical components, including motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace pneumatic equipment, including diverters, lubricators, hoses, and coils.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace hydraulic equipment, including hoses, fittings, cylinders, and pumps.
Weld equipment such as handrails, conveyor supports, package-handling equipment, carts, and grating within the defined scope of work.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment, including conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment.