Journeyman Mechanic-Buildings and Systems Engineering

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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

Expenses/Working Conditions:

• 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.