Heavy Duty Mechanic

Primary Job Posting Location:

Lachine, Quebec Canada

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Job Description:

Position Summary

This position maintains a diverse range of equipment including delivery vehicles, heavy duty machinery, on road tractors, and trailers from a variety of manufacturers. This position troubleshoots and maintains/repairs various systems including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electronics, and engines. This position performs other tasks as requested.

• Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent
• Work Location: 1221 32nd avenue Lachine, Québec
• Workdays: Monday to Friday.
• Shift duration: 7:00 PM - 3:30 AM.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Repairs all UPS package cars and equipment.

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify mechanical problems

• Ensures all vehicles are maintained regularly and in a timely manner

• Communicate effectively in a team work environment

• Performs routine PMI (Preventive Maintenance Inspection) and Maintenance repairs.

  Qualifications:

  • French required, proficiency in English is considered an asset.
  • Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
  • Able/willing to work flexible shifts, evening and/or night shifts.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and collaborative environment. 
  • Possession of a valid  PEP card heavy duty or light duty mechanic license.
  • 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:

  • $36.00 per hour
  • Unionized role with a defined progression with a top rate of $43.49 after completing 12 months (post seniority) of service.
  • Weekly pay (every Friday).
  • Automatic pay progression as per the existing union Collective Agreement.
  • Tool allowance allocation per year.
  • Safety boots allowance allocation per year.
  • 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
  • Entitled for company provided personal optional days and sick days provided by federal regulations.
  • 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 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.