Automotive Apprentice Technician
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Description Du Poste
The Automotive Apprentice Technician is responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance, and diagnostic tests of the UPS vehicle fleet. 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: 22 Aero Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8Z9, Canada
Workdays: Monday to Friday
Shift Hours: 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM
Wage
- Level 1 $23.93
- Level 2 $27.28
- Level 3 $29.10
- Level 4 $32.28
Key Responsibilities
- Repair & inspect and maintain UPS diesel and gasoline vehicles in a regular and timely manner
- Operate/test company vehicles within the UPS facilities & on public roads
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg) unassisted. Typical package weight ranges from 25 to 35 lbs.
- Able/willing to work evening and/or night shifts
- Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
- Clean Driver’s Abstract confirming:
- 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 and troubleshooting skills
- Must pass a pre-employment road test
Compensation And Benefits
- Varies according to Apprenticeship level: ($23.93 per hour to $32.28)
- Unionized role with a defined progression with a top rate of $32.28
- 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’
- Employee Referral Bonus Program (conditions apply)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 500 Company
Expenses/Working Conditions
- Monthly union dues (approximately $52/month)
- A union initiation fee of $100 (will be deducted after completing 90 working days with UPS)
- UPS Automotive Apprentices work mainly indoors but will occasionally work outdoors on the fleet equipment
- All UPS Automotive Apprentices will be required to wear the provided uniform during work hours and are required to adhere to the UPS Appearance Guidelines
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Description Du Poste
The Automotive Apprentice Technician is responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance, and diagnostic tests of the UPS vehicle fleet. 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: 22 Aero Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8Z9, Canada
Workdays: Monday to Friday
Shift Hours: 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM
Wage
- Level 1 $23.93
- Level 2 $27.28
- Level 3 $29.10
- Level 4 $32.28
- Repair & inspect and maintain UPS diesel and gasoline vehicles in a regular and timely manner
- Operate/test company vehicles within the UPS facilities & on public roads
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg) unassisted. Typical package weight ranges from 25 to 35 lbs.
- Able/willing to work evening and/or night shifts
- Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
- Clean Driver’s Abstract confirming:
- 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 and troubleshooting skills
- Must pass a pre-employment road test
- Varies according to Apprenticeship level: ($23.93 per hour to $32.28)
- Unionized role with a defined progression with a top rate of $32.28
- 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’
- Employee Referral Bonus Program (conditions apply)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 500 Company
- Monthly union dues (approximately $52/month)
- A union initiation fee of $100 (will be deducted after completing 90 working days with UPS)
- UPS Automotive Apprentices work mainly indoors but will occasionally work outdoors on the fleet equipment
- All UPS Automotive Apprentices will be required to wear the provided uniform during work hours and are required to adhere to the UPS Appearance Guidelines
More about this job
Responsibilities
Inspect, repair, and maintain UPS diesel and gasoline vehicles, and perform diagnostic tests to keep the fleet and package-handling facilities operating effectively. Operate and test company vehicles at UPS facilities and on public roads.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to lift up to 70 pounds, work evening or night shifts in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate strong organizational and troubleshooting skills. A clean driver’s abstract meeting the stated violation, accident, and demerit-point limits is required, along with passing a pre-employment road test.
Skills
- Vehicle Inspection
- Vehicle Repair
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Diagnostic Testing
- Troubleshooting
- Organization
- Diesel Vehicle Maintenance
- Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicle Operation
- Time Management
Benefits
- Paid Training
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Personal Days
- Paid Vacation
- Extended Health Care Benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Advancement Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Logistics
Keywords
- Automotive Apprentice Technician
- Vehicle Fleet
- Diesel Vehicles
- Gasoline Vehicles
- Vehicle Inspection
- Vehicle Repair
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Diagnostic Tests
- Troubleshooting
- Vehicle Operation
- Public Roads
- Package-Handling Facilities
- Driver’s Abstract
- Road Test
- Evening Shift
- Night Shift
- Unionized Role
- Apprenticeship
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Performance bonus
- Employee discount
- Wellness program
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- Clean driver's abstract
Tools
- diagnostic equipment
Languages
- English