Journeyman Mechanic-Buildings and Systems Engineering

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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.

Full‑Time, Permanent

9601 Coach Road, Richmond, VA 23237, United States of America

Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM

• $39.16/hour during the first year
• $46.07/hour after one year of continuous service

• 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

• 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

• Paid training
• Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit—Every Friday
• Personal paid days off (Eligibility Requirements)
• 1 week 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

• 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

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 of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.