Seasonal Journeyman Mechanic

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Seeking a reliable seasonal Automotive Technician to join our outstanding fleet maintenance team in Palmdale, California. The Automotive Technician will be responsible for maintaining a diverse range of equipment, including delivery vehicles, from various manufacturers. These vehicles' propulsion systems include diesel and gasoline. Automotive Technicians must be skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining various systems, including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical systems, and engine controls.  Automotive Technicians must be willing to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need.  Automotive Technicians must possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment.    Responsibilities and Duties   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  Requirements   Must have an active driver’s license issued by the state  Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need.    Must possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment.   Knowledge and Skills   Current documented automotive mechanical experience  Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer  Possesses full complement of personal hand tools  Class A/B or A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred. Dependable with ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workday on a consistent basis  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 (climatic conditions), 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  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.

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. Pay Range: For this union-represented posting, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.