Battery Maintenance Technician

Cox Enterprises; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Bereavement leave

Vote leave

Jury duty leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Cox Enterprises is hiring Battery Maintenance Technicians to install, inspect, and repair EV batteries across all shifts. You will use hand and power tools, run diagnostics, and ensure battery systems meet safety and performance standards in a fast-paced plant environment.

Applicants should have a HS diploma or GED with related field experience, strong attention to detail, and ability to enter data into databases. Shift work and union-friendly terms apply; pay ranges are explicit per level.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with 3 years in related field, or 5 years experience.
• Strong knowledge of EV batteries and basic electronics.
• Ability to read operating instructions.
• Safety and quality commitment.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair vehicle batteries.
• Use electrical test equipment to verify battery functionality.
• Disassemble cells, inspect defects, replace parts.
• Connect chargers and monitor charging parameters.
• Complete updates to Alfred CMMS database.

Skills

EV batteries

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic computing

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

Alfred CMMS

Job description

The Battery Maintenance team is hiring three technicians for all shifts. Based on experience, we will determine the level at which the candidate is hired.

Shifts hours

• 1st Shift- M-F 7:00 am-3:30 pm
• 2nd Shift- M-F 3:00 pm-11:30 pm
• 3rd Shift- M-F 11:00 pm-7:30 am

Responsible for assembling, installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electric vehicle batteries. Operating under the supervision of the Supervisor, Battery Maintenance, the role focuses on battery diagnostics, refurbishment, and repurposing in a fast-paced production environment. The technician ensures battery systems are safe, functional, and ready for deployment, contributing directly to the reliability and performance of EV operations.

PRIMARY DUTIES/KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs, inspects, maintains, and repairs vehicle batteries.
• Uses electrical test equipment to verify battery functionality.
• Disassembles cells, inspects for defects, and replaces faulty parts.
• Reassembles and fuses battery components as needed.
• Fills cells with acid, checks solution gravity, and adjusts concentration.
• Connects chargers, monitors meters, and adjusts charging parameters.
• Conducts discharge tests and performs necessary repairs.
• Cleans and neutralizes batteries.
• Maintains and repairs battery charging systems.
• Packages battery packs and components for shipment.
• Performs basic diagnostics to identify and fix battery issues for reuse.
• Sorts materials and tests battery performance.
• Follows safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Ensures work meets quality standards and supports operational goals.
• Ensure timely and accurate updates to the Alfred CMMS database with relevant maintenance and production data to support operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Completes additional tasks as assigned.

Required Experience & Specialized Knowledge and skills

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Requires strong knowledge of EV batteries, working with hand and power tools as well as basic computers skills needed to enter information into databases, and check and respond to emails.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills as well as excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization.
• Ability to read written operating instructions.
• Commitment to Safety and quality.

Preferred Experience & Specialized knowledge and skills

• Degree in related discipline
• Experience in EV Batteries or the automotive field.

Compensation for different levels:

• Level I- $25.00-26.00 an hour
• Level II- $27.00-28.00 an hour

Work Environment

Subject to Manufacturing or warehouse environment which may or may not be climate controlled.

Physical Requirements:

• Individual lifting up to 50 pounds
• Constant sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, lifting
• Good hand and finger dexterity; hand and eye coordination
• Physical ability and mental acuity to execute duties successfully within required timeframes under safety guidelines
• Standard PPE includes safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protection, and safety footwear, other PPE may be required for specific tasks.

USD 22.02 - 33.08 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $22.02 - $33.08/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets