Battery Changer Nights

Price-Chopper; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Price-Chopper is seeking a Battery Maintenance Technician to service and replace batteries for material handling equipment. You will perform cleaning, watering, charging, and routine inspections to maximize battery life and equipment uptime.

Requirements include being at least 18, possessing a forklift operator license, and maintaining high safety standards. You will join a team focused on safe, efficient warehouse operations and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Forklift Operator's license required.
• Satisfactory performance reviews.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Change material handling equipment batteries in accordance with schedule.
• Service and clean material handling equipment batteries, including watering and charging, per manufacturer specifications, OSHA regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Repair DC cables and connectors on batteries and chargers as needed.
• Assist battery maintenance and Equipment Maintenance Mechanic with repairs or service.
• Retrieve parts and materials for repair of equipment.
• Clean and maintain the equipment maintenance area after each repair or service.
• Adhere to safety policies and promote safe practices at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

18 years old

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Responsible for providing the best possible care for batteries in order to maximize the battery life. Provides assistance in repair work and developing a hands-on understanding of the equipment. Provides the best possible utilization of the material handling equipment while reducing the deterioration of batteries. To hasten the repair process within the Equipment Maintenance Department. Maintains a high standard of safety and sanitation within the Equipment Maintenance work area. Adheres to all company and Distribution guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Change material handling equipment batteries in accordance with schedule.

Service and clean material handling equipment batteries- which includes cleaning, watering and charging, in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, OSHA regulations, and company policies and procedures. Repair battery and charger D.C. cables and connectors as needed.

Assist the battery maintenance/change and Equipment Maintenance Mechanic with repairs or service, including but not limited to, greasing and steam cleaning as directed.

Retrieve parts and materials for repair of material handling equipment, when required.

Clean and maintain the equipment maintenance work area, upon completion of each repair or service function.

Adhere to all safety policies, procedures and best practices while performing tasks in a manner that promotes safety at all times.

Perform other related functions as assigned by management and adhere to all company policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 18 years of age
Forklift Operators license required.
Satisfactory performance reviews.
Strong communication skills

EQUIPMENT USED

All Warehouse Equipment
Overhead Crane
Battery Washer
Battery Chargers
Various Industrial Tools
Various Industrial Meters
Standard Hand Tools
Approved safety tools

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.