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UPS Ground Support Equipment Seasonal Mechanic in Louisville, Kentucky

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Job Description:

Candidate will possess personal knowledge and skills to perform preventative maintenance on ground support equipment using UPS standards of preventive maintenance. There will be daily scheduled work, as well as work that needs immediate attention due to the needs of the operation or the GSE shop. Will properly diagnose and perform necessary repairs to gas and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic and air brake systems, and electrical systems. Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift. Schedules vary Sunday through Saturday.

Ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • Minimum of five (5) years of current documented Gas/Diesel engine, hydraulic and/or electrical automotive mechanic experience

  • Minimum five (5) years of automotive and/or heavy truck equipment experience

  • Proficient using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer

  • Possess a full complement of personal hand tools and ability to furnish hand tools up to 1/2” drive

  • Valid driver’s license

Job Responsibilities

  • Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders and stairs, stand, walk, and turn/pivot frequently throughout the duration of the workday

  • Full time: 8-10 hours per day, 4-5 days per 7-day week

  • 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 transmission

  • Operate power, pneumatic tools

  • Required to wear personal protective equipment

  • Must meet all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified

  • Work in an environment with: variable temperatures and humidity (climatic conditions), exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather

  • Work cooperatively in a diverse work environment

  • Have a sufficient ability to communicate, through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

  • Basic computer knowledge

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $ 37.90 per hour. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Employee Type:

Seasonal (Seasonal)

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.

Company: UNITED PARCEL SERVICE

Category: Automotive

Requisition Number: R24017804

Location: Louisville,Kentucky

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