hey everyone just had some questions about being a mechanic for ups as i havent seen much talk about mechanics at all here. im asking about them because i plan to go to school soon towards an applied science degree in automotive and wanted to stay within ups as well after graduation. ive been with the company for 4 years now as a p/t preloader and here's my questions.
-is this a union job? with the same rights and agreements etc.?
-what kind of schooling is desired? im planning on taking courses for regular automobiles and passenger cars, but i did see a course for diesel autos as well. which one is preffered?
-what certifications are needed? ive heard that you need to be ASE certified, but to be ASE certified, you need 2 years of work experience anyway, so? whats the deal? lol
-i know drivers tend to work long hours and come home late, is that the same with mechanics? at my hub, there are 2 p/t mechanics and 3 friend/t, but idk how the work load is.
-and of course, how much do you guys get paid?
any advice would be great and hope to hear from some mechanics first hand
-is this a union job? with the same rights and agreements etc.?
-what kind of schooling is desired? im planning on taking courses for regular automobiles and passenger cars, but i did see a course for diesel autos as well. which one is preffered?
-what certifications are needed? ive heard that you need to be ASE certified, but to be ASE certified, you need 2 years of work experience anyway, so? whats the deal? lol
-i know drivers tend to work long hours and come home late, is that the same with mechanics? at my hub, there are 2 p/t mechanics and 3 friend/t, but idk how the work load is.
-and of course, how much do you guys get paid?
any advice would be great and hope to hear from some mechanics first hand