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Overview

Our Plant Engineering teams play a hands-on role in our mission, ensuring our vehicles and other equipment work efficiently and effectively. They're part of a fast-paced 24/7 operation where every day brings something different.

  • Full-Time
  • Tacoma, Washington
  • Level Varies Based on Position

Job Description

Primary Location: 5101 12TH STREET EAST, TACOMA, Washington - United States of America , 98424 Job ID: R24036123
Date posted 10/25/2024

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Job Description:

Job Summary

UPS is currently hiring Building and Systems Engineering (BaSE) Mechanics. This position is responsible for maintenance activities performed to keep a UPS package handling facility operating efficiently and effectively. The work is fast-paced and requires routine interaction with other hub employees. Ideal candidates must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, in a 24 x 7 operation. Candidaterequires strong electrical background and must pass electrical assessment. Please include a detailed resume copy (prefer word or .pdf copy) and not a .jpeg/picture of your resume for further consideration.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Troubleshooting, adjusting, and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers, servo driven equipment, photo electrical devices, transducers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s) and encoders

  • Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates

  • Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as diverters, 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 as defined by scope of work

  • Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The starting pay for this position is $38.35 per hour. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Location address: 5101 12th Street East Tacoma WA 98424.

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/nationalorigin/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.

Pay Range:

For this union-represented posting, wage rates and ranges and benefit offerings are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions. The starting pay rate for this position starts at $38.35/hr. The company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Weekly pay, extensive training, growth opportunities, 401(K), defined-benefit pension plan, medical-dental and vision after waiting and or probation period, paid vacation, paid sick and family and medical leave time as required by law, paid holidays, education assistance program, discounted employee stock purchase program.

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Benefits & Career Advantages

Plant Engineers get a full slate of benefits and rewards.

401(k)

Full Healthcare
After 30 days

Growth from Within

Consistent Scheduling

Competitive Pay

Career Path

Plant Engineer Careers

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Management
  • Electrical & Systems Design Engineering

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