Trailer Technician

UPS • Dallas, TX

16d • $40 - $41

About The Position

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

Requirements

• Must be 21yrs of age or older
• Must have a valid driver’s license – issued by the state
• Must have standard tools - roll toolbox
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience: tractor, trailers, brakes, tires, bodywork, welding, non-power.
• Must be able to work Monday – Friday
• Must be able to work 1st shift hours (5 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
• 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.
• Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate yourself - Required

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Benefits

• Hired applicants are eligible for 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees