Trailer Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance on UPS Transportation Trailers and Converter Dollies.  Will properly diagnose and perform necessary repairs to non-power equipment, including air brake systems and electrical systems. 

Ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Current documented trailer mechanic experience

• Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer

• Possess a full complement of personal hand tools

Requirements:

• Must be 21yrs of age or older

• Must have a valid driver’s license – issued by the state

• Must have standard tools

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience: tractor, trailers, brakes, tires, bodywork, welding, non-power.

• Must be able to work Monday – Friday - 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Meet D.O.T requirements

• 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

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

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $36.84 per hour with a 18-month progression to TOP PAY $45.96 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.

OTHER CRITERIA

• 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: LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA.