Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

UPS is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic. Level rates it ; you can apply on UPS.

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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing package sorting systems and conveyor belts.

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Job Description:

Maintenance Mechanic or Industrial Electrician position supports the package sorting system, including belt conveyors. In our industry this position is also known as Plant Mechanic or Industrial Mechanic. This position is responsible for a broad range of maintenance activities that are performed to keep UPS package handling facilities operating efficiently and effectively. The work can be fast-paced and requires routine interaction with other operations employees.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Location: 5588 Cushing Parkway Fremont, CA 94538 USA

Department: Buildings and Systems Engineering

Workdays: Monday through Friday

Work Hours:

1:00 AM to 9:30 AM or
2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Key Responsibilities:

Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates
Troubleshooting, adjusting and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers and PLC
Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as flow splitters, diverters, air compressors, 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
Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment

Requirements:

Successful completion of required testing
Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to demonstrate mechanical aptitude with strong problem-solving skills
Proficient in the safe use of common shop tools and equipment
Experience in performing maintenance on conveyor belts is an asset
Knowledge of electrical and building schematics is an asset

Compensation And Benefits:

Paid training
Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit- Every Friday
Personal paid days off (Eligibility Requirements)
2 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service (3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 10 years, 5 weeks after 20 years, and 6 weeks after 25 years)
Extended Health Care Benefits (Vision, health, life insurance, and dental benefits after one year of service)
Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’
Free Onsite Parking
Employee Referral Bonus Program (conditions apply) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 50 Company

Expenses/Working Conditions:

Monthly union dues, approximately $113.90/month
A union initiation fee of $250 (will be deducted after completing 90 working days with UPS)
Exposed to hot/cold temperatures when working indoors and outdoors
Wear a UPS Auto Mechanic uniform and adhere to the company’s Appearance Guidelines

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.

UPS does consider job applicants with prior criminal convictions

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 $44.25/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.

How we rate this

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic at UPS rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is an open job at UPS.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in US - SOUTHEAST BAY (CASEB).
The job was posted on September 15, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by UPS. Apply on UPS

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