Industrial Battery Service Tech - Murfreesboro, TN

East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company service vehicle

Laptop and cell phone

Paid on-the-job training

Group insurance (medical, dental, etc)

401K savings plan

Life insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee assistance programs

Fitness discounts

Promotional opportunities

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing is expanding its service network and has an Industrial Service Technician position open at our Waddell Power facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This field technician role requires daily travel to customers within the Nashville, TN territory and weekly travel to our Murfreesboro facility to restock parts and supplies.

A company service vehicle is provided. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, works well independently, and has a customer-focused mindset with strong

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical ability and electrical knowledge required.
• Ideal candidate resides in the Greater Murfreesboro, Tennessee area.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and service industrial batteries, chargers, and charging equipment at customer sites.
• Address customer complaints and down equipment.
• Travel daily to customer locations within the Nashville, TN area.
• Cover a service territory around Nashville and visit Murfreesboro weekly to restock parts.
• Report to the Service Manager from Murfreesboro, TN.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Evaluate battery and charging equipment performance and recommend repairs.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Electrical knowledge

AC/DC knowledge

Three-phase 240V/480V

Communication skills

Job description

Get to know East Penn!

Waddell Power was founded in 1978 and sales/services industrial batteries, chargers, and handling equipment. In 2016, Waddell Power was purchased by East Penn Mfg. (Deka batteries) and is a wholly owned subsidiary of East Penn.

With over 75 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise, East Penn is poised for the energy needs of the future. At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. Almost 40% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus program for all, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are. Position will include an excellent starting wage, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription drug, and a 401(K) savings plan. Don't miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime! For more information about East Penn Mfg., please visit www.dekacareers.com.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE/VEVRAA

Overview

East Penn Mfg., a world class leader in lead-acid battery manufacturing is expanding our service network and has an Industrial Service Technician position open at our Waddell Power facility Murfreesboro , Tennessee . This field technician role requires daily travel to the customers within your Nashville, TN territory and weekly travel to our Murfreesboro, TN facility to restock parts and supplies for your service vehicle. You will be assigned a company service vehicle for use during work assignments and customer visits. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, works well independently, and has a customer focused mindset.

Starting hourly wage of $25.00 or more depending on industry experience.

Pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the mechanical installation, maintenance and service of industrial batteries, chargers and battery charging equipment at the customer's facility. Someone with excellent mechanical ability, strong electrical knowledge, and good customer service and communication skills is a good candidate.
• Dealing with customer complaints and down equipment.
• Travels to customer locations daily.
• Service territory covers the greater Nashville, TN area.
• Reports to Service Manager based out of Murfreesboro, TN.
• May require some infrequent overnight travel.
• Evaluates battery and charging equipment.
• Must be able to make on-site repairs of batteries and chargers.
• Must be able to create and maintain documents explaining customer's fleet by type, amp hour, repairs, recommendations, billing, and repairs.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Ability to work mandatory over time.
• Performs other duties as requested by Management.

Qualifications

Skills: Mechanical ability. Strong electrical background, AC/DC preferred with basic knowledge of 240V three phase and 480V three phase. Strong communication skills and self motivation.

Ideal candidate currently resides in the Greater Murfreesboro, Tennessee area.

Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Company service vehicle
• Laptop and cell phone
• Paid on-the-job training
• Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Life insurance
• 9 paid holidays and 10 days of paid time off
• Employee assistance programs
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities