VETERANS: Motive Power/Battery Technician

Motive Power/Battery Technician

Regular Full Time Manual Labor

Albany, Albany, NY, US

16 days ago, Requisition ID: 1100

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Salary Range: $24.00 To 30.00 Hourly

As a Motive Power/Battery Technician, you will maintain, inspect, diagnose, install, repair, clean, and replace various types of industrial batteries and charges used in material handling equipment. Perform repair and planned maintenance work on batteries and charges or related equipment ensuring service meets all customer, business, and quality standards and requirements.

Some responsibilities include:

Perform equipment diagnostics and repairs on a variety of batteries utilizing ferro-resonant, SCR, and high-frequency technology chargers.   Tasks include, but are not limited to: cell replacements, cable repairs, connector and contact tip replacements on customer and rental equipment.

Execute planned maintenance agreements, including battery inspections, battery watering, battery washing, and recording of cell voltages and specific gravities.  Conduct charger inspections and perform calibrations, and adjustments, as necessary.    Coordinate problem resolution with Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales, and   other personnel as needed to expedite repairs.

Install and/or assist in the installation of batteries, chargers, battery/charger stands, battery handling systems, multi-level battery racking systems, man-on-board battery changers, battery monitoring systems, and battery watering systems.

Evaluate and maintain battery handling equipment and accessories including battery changers, battery wash cabinets, battery watering systems, electronic battery rotations systems, and battery monitoring systems.

Complete and maintain accurate records for all service orders, PM worksheets, time cards, and any other documentation as required, in an accurate and timely manner.  Documentation includes, but is not limited to, warranty programs, regulatory requirements relative to OSHA, DOT and Hazmat regulations as well as other general safety and environmental rules and regulations.

Qualification Standards Include:

• Must be able to safely operate power tools, lifts, hoists, hydraulic jacks and material handling equipment.
• Ability to learn to use oxygen/acetylene torch safely and effectively.
• Ability to handle energized equipment (cells, batteries, and chargers) safely.
• Knowledge to ability to understand the necessary service and training manuals, interpret schematics, effectively use diagnostic instruments and perform all maintenance and repair work accurately, efficiently, and safely to prevent injury to yourself or others and damage to equipment.
• Ability to work independently using effective organizational and time management skills with minimum direction. 
• Must have strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills to gather data, compile information, and prepare routine paperwork.
• Must be able to communicate professionally verbally and in writing. 
• Must be able to understand and follow directions, safety rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to travel ground and occasionally by air.

 Possession of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.  An AAS Degree or Tech School is preferred.   Demonstrated basic understanding of AC and DC circuits, strong mechanical aptitude and computer skills is required.  Technical training, general maintenance, mechanical, or electrical experience is desired.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Family Culture is #1 in our eyes and we embody loyalty, friendliness, teamwork and FUN! Come work for one of the Best Places to Work in CNY and be appreciated and respected as a true family member!

Perks/Benefits Provided:

FREE Medical /Vision                                                            $100 company clothing allowance

Dental                                                                                   Paid Vacation/ Sick Time/Holidays

401K with 50% company match                                            $100 Boot allowance

Life/Accident/Cancer Insurance                                             Rx Safety Glasses

Ongoing Paid Training                                                         Uniforms/Service Van/Tablets

$500 Tool allowance                                                           Company picnics/parties

$200 Gym membership reimbursement                              Up to $8000 Sign on Bonus 

If you have a positive CAN-DO attitude and are seeking career satisfaction with room to grow and a place to retire from, then we have the opportunity for you.

Thompson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, (M/F/D/V)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.