Ground Support Equipment Technician

Before you apply to a job, select your language preference from the options available at the top right of this page. Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level. Job Description: Job Description Candidate will possess personal knowledge and skills to perform preventative maintenance on Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Will properly diagnose and perform necessary repairs to gas and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic and air brake systems, and electrical systems. Job Responsibilities § Perform daily maintenance and preventive maintenance on all Ground Support Equipment § Diagnose problems using test equipment, and applicable manuals. Remove, test, repair or replace components and accessories such as carburetors, governors, air and oil cleaners, ignition components and sensors. § Operate and test ground equipment for performance assessment. § Document repairs, parts, and labor on the computer. § 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 § 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 Requirements: • Must be 21 years of age or older • Must have an active driver’s license issued by the state • Must be willing to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedule. • Must possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $39.07 per hour. For union-represented postings, wage rates and 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. 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. In 1907, two teenage entrepreneurs in a Seattle basement started with a $100 loan and created what would become the world’s largest package delivery service. Today, operating in more than 220 countries and territories, UPS is committed to moving our world forward by delivering what matters. UPS and its more than 500,000 UPSers around the globe are a transportation and logistics leader, offering innovative solutions to customers, big and small. UPS understands and appreciates its responsibility to help build safe, stronger and more resilient communities founded on justice and economic opportunity for all, supported by a healthy, sustainable global environment.