Automotive Technician
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to solid employer brand and comprehensive job benefits, but shift flexibility and tool requirements may deter some candidates.
- Wage: $39.16/hour
- Stable employment with a leading logistics company
- Work with a wide range of automotive technologies
- Possible disruptions to personal schedule due to shifts
Pros
- Strong employer brand with UPS leading in logistics
- Attractive hourly wage and benefits package
- Diverse range of vehicles and technologies to work with
Cons
- Night and weekend shifts could impact work-life balance
- Required to have specific personal tools for the job
- Limited relocation support for out-of-area applicants
Who it's for
Mid-level • On-site, varying shifts
Good fit
- Experienced automotive technicians
- Professionals seeking rigorous career development
- Individuals comfortable with varied work hours
Not recommended for
- Technicians new to the field
- Candidates preferring standard hours
- Individuals lacking necessary tools for the job
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
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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:
UPS is currently seeking a reliable Automotive Technician to join our outstanding fleet maintenance team. He/She will maintain a diverse range of equipment including delivery vehicles, heavy duty on road tractors and trailers from a variety of manufacturers. Powered vehicle propulsion includes diesel, gasoline and alternative technology power plants (including compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hybrid and electrical in some locations). Automotive Technicians must be skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining various systems including hydraulic brakes, air brakes, electrical and engine control. If you're looking for an exciting career in the automotive industry, we want to hear from you!
Automotive Technicians must be willing to work 2ndor 3rdshifts, including Monday through Friday, Sunday through Thursday as well as Tuesday through Saturday schedules, depending on the location’s need. UPS offers attractive wages, benefits and paid vacations. Uniforms are also provided. Automotive Technicians must possess the required hand tools required to perform the applicable job assignment.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Meets D.O.T requirements required by job assignment
- Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout duration of workday
- Sits infrequently, as required, throughout duration of workday
- Exercises simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, and reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary to complete assigned tasks
- Operates standard and manual transmission
- Operates power and pneumatic tools
- Meets all requirements to be Power Industrial Truck Operations (PITO) certified
Knowledge and Skills
- Current documented automotive mechanical experience - 3 years minimum - REQUIRED.
- Experience using diagnostic equipment, scan tools and personal computer
- Possesses full complement of personal hand tools
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Preferred
- Works full time shifts: 8-10 hours per day, 4-5 days per 7-day week
- Dependable with ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workday on a consistent basis
- Available to work varying shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending on service needs
- Wears personal protective equipment as required
- Works in an environment with variable temperatures and humidity (climatic conditions), exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust, dirt, and noise, outside inclement weather, etc.
- Works cooperatively in a diverse work environment
- Communicates effectively through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions
OTHER CRITERIA
Employer will not sponsor visas for position.
Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate yourself - Required
JOB LOCATION: WINCHESTER (VAWCH)
Starting Hourly Rate: $39.16
Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.
Employee Type:
PermanentUPS 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.
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.
