2nd Shift Battery Technician

Dollar Tree Distribution INC; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance(typical)?

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Daily pay option

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Dollar Tree Distribution INC. is hiring a Battery Tech to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electric-powered material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, in a 2nd shift from 2:00 to 10:30 pm.

The role requires troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues and using CMMS to log work orders and track performance. You will maintain service records, assist with other facility systems, and contribute to a safe, clean work area while communicating effectively with

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience performing maintenance or repair work on electric-powered material handling equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.)
• Working knowledge of basic electrical systems, motors, batteries, chargers, and wiring
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, diagrams, and schematics
• Willingness to learn and support other warehouse maintenance systems, such as fire suppression, doors, dock equipment, racking, lighting, and battery handling
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn maintenance tracking software (CMMS)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to safely operate tools and powered equipment
• Experience with battery changer systems or battery room safety
• Experience using CMMS or digital work order systems
• Certifications related to MHE repair, electrical safety, or equipment operation
• OSHA training or other safety-related certifications
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electric-powered material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues with MHE, including batteries, chargers, wiring, motors, and controls
• Use maintenance software systems to log work orders, track performance metrics, and ensure accountability
• Maintain accurate service records and complete required documentation
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Assist with or learn to maintain other facility systems, including: Fire suppression systems, Overhead doors, dock plates, and levelers, Facility lighting and electrical systems, Battery changer equipment and charging stations, Warehouse racking and safety systems
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance work area
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members about repairs and equipment needs
• Preferred: Certifications related to MHE repair, electrical safety, or equipment operation and OSHA training or other safety-related certifications

Skills

Maintenance experience on MHE

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

CMMS familiarity

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday: 2:00 to 10:30 pm Pay Rate: $22.50 / hour

Your hands-on skills and dependability along with your troubleshooting experience make you a great fit for our Battery Tech position.

About Your Role

As a Battery Tech at Dollar Tree’s corporate office, you’ll perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electric-powered material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts.

General Summary

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electric-powered material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues with MHE, including batteries, chargers, wiring, motors, and controls
• Use maintenance software systems to log work orders, track performance metrics, and ensure accountability
• Maintain accurate service records and complete required documentation
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Assist with or learn to maintain other facility systems, including:
• Fire suppression systems
• Overhead doors, dock plates, and levelers
• Facility lighting and electrical systems
• Battery changer equipment and charging stations
• Warehouse racking and safety systems
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance work area
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members about repairs and equipment needs

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• 2+ years of experience performing maintenance or repair work on electric-powered material handling equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.)
• Working knowledge of basic electrical systems, motors, batteries, chargers, and wiring
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, diagrams, and schematics
• Willingness to learn and support other warehouse maintenance systems, such as fire suppression, doors, dock equipment, racking, lighting, and battery handling
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn maintenance tracking software (CMMS)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to safely operate tools and powered equipment

Preferred:

• Experience with battery changer systems or battery room safety
• Experience using CMMS or digital work order systems
• Certifications related to MHE repair, electrical safety, or equipment operation
• OSHA training or other safety-related certifications
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the shift
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
• Work in varying temperatures and warehouse environments
• Use hand tools and powered equipment safely and effectively
• Visually inspect equipment and parts for wear or damageFollow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and PPE use

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry for full-time associates:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual merit increases and advancement opportunities
• Discounted stock purchase plan
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Daily pay option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Full time 8400 S Union Ridge Pkwy,Ridgefield,Washington 98642 DC7 Dollar Tree

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