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Apprentice Auto Technician

Permanent Primary Location: DARTMOUTH, Nova Scotia - Canada Job ID R24030563 Date posted 09/19/2024 Zip Code B3B 1N9

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Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Canada

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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:

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.

UPS is the world’s largest package delivery company and a provider of supply chain management solutions. At UPS we discover how we combine endless opportunities innovation and rewards to create a truly unique career experience. With our unique promote-from-within culture you'll always find exciting new opportunities at every level of the organization. From training and education to growth and empowerment you have the freedom to forge a career path that can take you anywhere you want to go.

Position Summary:

  • The Auto Technician is responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance, and diagnostic tests of the UPS vehicle fleet.
  • Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent
  • Work Location: Halifax NS UPS Facility
  • Workdays: Monday to Friday.
  • Shift duration: 06:30 PM – 3:00 AM.
  • Students currently enrolled in trade school or recent graduates are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Repair & inspect and maintain UPS diesel, propane, CNG and gasoline vehicles in a regular and timely manner.
  • Operate/test company vehicles within the UPS facilities & on public roads.

Qualifications:

  • Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
  • Able/willing to work evening and/or night shifts.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Possession of essential trade tools and equipment.
  • Possession of a clean driver’s abstract/record (must not be obtained more than a month ago before your interview date) showing:
    • No violations for the current year (last 12 months) and no more than 2 violations for the previous 3-year period (last 36 months)
    • No accidents and maximum 5 demerit points for the previous 3-year period (last 36 months)
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Must pass a pre-employment road test.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Varies according to Apprenticeship level: ($18.34 per hour to $29.43)

Unionized role with a defined progression with a top rate of $29.43

Weekly pay (every Friday).

  • Automatic pay progression as per the existing union Collective Agreement.
  • Paid vacation:
    • 2 weeks after 1 year of service
    • 3 weeks after 5 years of service
    • 4 weeks after 10 years of service
    • 5 weeks after 20 years of service
    • 6 weeks after 25 years of service
  • Group Benefits (Dental and Extended Medical)
  • Pension Plan
  • Immediate access to UPS Employee Discount Program upon hire.
  • Education Assistance Program
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Opportunities for future growth within a Fortune 50 company.

Working Conditions:

  • Mainly indoors (in a warehouse or shop). Occasionally work outdoors.
  • Exposed to hot/cold temperatures when working outdoors.
  • Wear a UPS Auto Mechanic uniform and adhere to the company’s Appearance Guidelines.

UPS Canada is a diverse and equal opportunity employer. Please advise our HR representatives if workplace accommodation is needed. Thank you for your interest in UPS Canada.

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.

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