CONVEYOR MECHANIC – ACB CONVEYOR MODIFICATIONS
Location: Houston, TX 77037 – Two UPS Facilities
Pay: $30.00/hour
Per Diem: $208/day – GSA Rate
Mileage: $0.72/mile for drive-in and drive-out travel
Schedule: 8-hour days Monday–Friday; 10–12-hour days Saturday/Sunday
Openings: 3 Conveyor Mechanics
Project Type: Short-Term Industrial Conveyor Modification
POSITION OVERVIEW
Summit Skilled Solutions is seeking 3 experienced Conveyor Mechanics to perform modifications, adjustments, testing, and fine-tuning of ACB conveyor lines at two UPS facilities in the Houston, TX 77037 area.
This is a hands-on field position for mechanics who are comfortable working around industrial conveyor systems, troubleshooting mechanical issues, making modifications in the field, and working as part of a small installation/modification crew.
The selected mechanics will assist with onsite investigation and preparation before completing the required conveyor modifications. Candidates must be able to work safely in an active UPS facility and follow site-specific safety, access, and work procedures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Perform hands-on modifications to existing ACB conveyor lines
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Inspect conveyor equipment and existing conditions prior to modification
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Assist with onsite investigation, measurements, and preparation work
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Disassemble and modify conveyor components as required
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Install, align, adjust, and secure modified conveyor components
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Perform mechanical adjustments to ensure proper conveyor operation
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Assist with conveyor testing following modifications
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Monitor equipment during startup and testing
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Troubleshoot mechanical issues and make necessary field adjustments
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Fine-tune conveyor alignment, tracking, clearances, and operation
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Work closely with the project team and onsite personnel
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Maintain a clean and organized work area
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Follow all UPS and project-specific safety requirements
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Communicate issues, progress, and required adjustments to the project leadership
QUALIFICATIONS
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Previous experience working as a Conveyor Mechanic, Conveyor Installer, Millwright, Industrial Mechanic, or similar
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Hands-on experience with industrial conveyor systems
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Ability to perform mechanical modifications and adjustments in the field
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Ability to read and work from drawings, layouts, measurements, or installation instructions
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Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
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Comfortable working with hand tools and power tools
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Ability to work extended weekend shifts when required
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Must be able to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a 3-person crew
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Must be safety-conscious and able to comply with strict customer/site requirements
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Previous experience in distribution centers, warehouses, UPS/FedEx/Amazon facilities, or other industrial environments is a plus
PROJECT SCHEDULE
FIRST UPS LOCATION
Thursday, 10/15 – Travel to Houston
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Travel to project site
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Mileage paid at $0.72/mile for drive-in travel
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Per diem applies
Friday, 10/16 – Site Investigation / Preparation
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Monitor existing conveyor operation
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Investigate existing ACB conveyor line
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Review site conditions
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Perform measurements and preparation work
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Prepare for weekend modifications
Saturday & Sunday, 10/17–10/18 – Modification & Testing
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Perform modifications to ACB conveyor line
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Mechanical installation and adjustments
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Testing and troubleshooting
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Fine-tune conveyor operation
Monday, 10/19 – Monitoring / Fine-Tuning
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Monitor modified conveyor
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Make adjustments and fine-tune equipment
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Potential travel home depending on project completion
Tuesday, 10/20 – Standby / Final Monitoring
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If needed, remain onsite for standby
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Monitor operation and make additional adjustments
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Potential travel home upon completion
SECOND UPS LOCATION
Thursday, 10/22 – Travel to Houston
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Travel to second project location
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Mileage paid at $0.72/mile for drive-in travel
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Per diem applies
Friday, 10/23 – Site Investigation / Preparation
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Monitor existing conveyor operation
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Investigate ACB conveyor line
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Review site conditions
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Perform measurements and preparation work
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Prepare for weekend modifications
Saturday & Sunday, 10/24–10/25 – Modification & Testing
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Perform ACB conveyor modifications
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Mechanical installation and adjustments
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Testing and troubleshooting
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Fine-tune conveyor operation
Monday, 10/26 – Monitoring / Fine-Tuning
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Monitor modified conveyor
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Make final adjustments and fine-tuning
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Potential travel home depending on project completion
Tuesday, 10/27 – Standby / Final Monitoring
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If needed, remain onsite for standby
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Monitor and fine-tune conveyor
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Potential travel home upon completion
COMPENSATION & TRAVEL
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$30.00/hour
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$208/day Per Diem – GSA rate
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$0.72/mile for drive-in and drive-out travel
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Monday–Friday: Approximately 8-hour workdays
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Saturday–Sunday: Approximately 10–12-hour workdays
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Travel time and mileage handled according to company/project policy
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a hands-on conveyor mechanic or industrial mechanic who can walk onto an existing conveyor system, understand how it operates, identify what needs to be changed, perform the mechanical modifications, and help bring the system back online.
Candidates with strong conveyor installation, modification, troubleshooting, alignment, and startup/testing experience are highly preferred.