Automotive Journeyman Mechanic

Job Description

Seeking a reliable Journeyman Automotive Mechanic to join our outstanding fleet maintenance team. The Automotive Technician will be responsible for maintaining a diverse range of equipment, including delivery vehicles, heavy‑day on‑road tractors, and trailers from various manufacturers. The propulsion systems include diesel, gasoline, and alternative technologies such as compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hybrid, and electric in some locations.

Automotive Technicians must be skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining various systems, including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls.

• Meets D.O.T requirements required by job assignment.

• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout duration of workday.

• Sits infrequently, as required, throughout duration of workday.

• Exercises simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, and reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks.

• Operates standard and manual transmission.

• Operates power and pneumatic tools.

• Must have an active driver’s license issued by the state.

• Must be 21 years or older.

• Must be willing to work 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. shift, Monday‑Friday.

• Must possess the required hand tools to perform the applicable job assignment.

• Valid chauffeur’s license—required.

• State of Michigan Brake Certification—required.

• Current documented Journeyman Automotive Mechanic experience.

• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools, and personal computer.

• Hands‑on experience with fleet repairs, welding, and cutting.

• Experience performing DOT inspections in trucks.

• Dependable with ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workday consistently.

• Available to work varying shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending on service needs.

• Wears personal protective equipment as required.

• Works in an environment with variable temperatures and humidity, exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather, etc.

• Works cooperatively in a diverse work environment.

• Communicates effectively through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions.

Compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $41.63 with a one‑year progression to top pay of $46.25 per hour. For union‑represented postings, wage rates, ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

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.

• Employer will not sponsor visas for position.

• Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate yourself—required.

• Job location:
  
  Alpena, Michigan.

Permanent

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

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.

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.