Battery Maintenance Technician

Cox Automotive Inc.; Conyers (GA); In loco; USD 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

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Paid time off

Seven holidays per year

Bereavement leave

Volunteer time off

Military leave

Parental leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Cox Automotive Inc. is hiring Battery Maintenance Technicians for all shifts in Conyers, GA. Responsibilities include assembling, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing EV batteries in a fast-paced production setting.

Shifts run Monday to Friday with different start times. Candidates should have HS diploma or GED and relevant battery experience; compensation ranges with level and location, with potential bonuses and benefits as described by the employer.

Competenze

• HS Diploma or GED required with 3 years of related field experience; alternative combinations accepted.
• Or 5 years of related field experience in EV/battery work.

Mansioni

• 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.
• Updates Alfred CMMS with maintenance and production data.

Conoscenze

EV batteries

Hand & power tools

Basic computer skills

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Formazione

HS Diploma/GED

5 years related experience

Strumenti

Electrical test equipment

Alfred CMMS

Descrizione del lavoro

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