Forklift Battery Technician

Motive Holding Companies LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solutions provider in Las Vegas is seeking an Ultra Care Technician I. The role involves performing maintenance on industrial batteries at client sites. Candidates need a Class A CDL and 1-3 years of experience in the battery industry or a related field. Responsibilities include battery inspections, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. This position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work independently in a field service environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in the battery industry or related experience preferred.
• Experience in a field service environment.
• Prior sales or customer service experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance of industrial batteries on-site.
• Conduct battery inspections, watering, washing, and voltage tests.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Communicate effectively with customers to coordinate repairs.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical and critical thinker

Solid organizational skills

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

Purpose and Scope

The Ultra Care Technician I is responsible for performing regularly scheduled maintenance of industrial batteries and related products at the client site.

Responsibilities

• Represents the company in a neat and professional manner in accordance with company standards.
• Practices safety and good housekeeping in all circumstances.
• Performs battery inspections, battery watering, battery washing, and full‑scale inspection including recording of cell voltages and specific gravities.
• Performs watering system installations.
• Conveys information to proper customer contacts.
• Safely operates a service vehicle and keeps it in good working order.
• Operates a forklift and reach truck on a regular basis.
• Recognizes and addresses safety and EPA issues.
• Safely and correctly processes non‑potable water recovered by the battery wash.
• Tests for and analyzes results of acidity level of water (pH).
• Performs voltage testing and pressure washing of battery.
• Maintains an accurate assigned parts inventory.
• Actively promotes point of sale items and allied products and services.
• Follows assigned schedule to ensure regular product maintenance.
• Complies with company policies and procedures (regarding issues such as warranty, safety, environmental, OSHA, and hazmat).
• Ensures work orders are filled out properly and submitted in a timely manner.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with customers.
• Communicates with others (supervisor, company technicians or other departments, as needed), to coordinate necessary repairs or either resolve customer complaints or seize opportunities.
• All other duties as required.

Skills / Other

• Able to read and comprehend documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, plus procedural and technical manuals.
• Able to interpret and follow instructions (provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form).
• Able to prioritize work, work independently, and move from task to task.
• Analytical and critical thinker.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Troubleshooting skills, able to define problems and solve them.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Deadline‑driven, self‑motivated.
• Class A CDL required

Experience

• 1-3 Years of experience involving battery industry or related experience, preferably within a field service environment. Prior sales or customer service in a field service environment, strongly preferred.