Industrial Service Tech - Western Virginia

East Penn Manufacturing Company; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company service vehicle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

401K savings plan

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing Company in Western Virginia is seeking an Industrial Service Technician to service and maintain industrial batteries and charging equipment at customer sites. This role requires daily travel within the Western Virginia territory and occasional trips to Ashland, VA for stocking parts.

You will be provided a company service vehicle for work assignments and customer visits. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, customer-focused, and has strong mechanical and electrical

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical ability and electrical knowledge, AC/DC preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and self-motivation.
• Ideal candidate resides in Greater Staunton or Lexington, VA 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.
• Travel to customer locations daily within Western Virginia.
• Report to Service Manager based out of Ashland, VA.
• Evaluate battery and charging equipment and perform on-site repairs.
• Create and maintain documents detailing fleet by type, amp hour, repairs, and billing.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime and perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Electrical background

AC/DC knowledge

Three-phase 240V

Three-phase 480V

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Job description

Industrial Service Tech - Western Virginia

Category Technician Position Type Regular Full-Time ID 2026-28610

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.

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 automotive battery manufacturing is expanding our service network and has an Industrial Service Technician position open in Western Virginia. This field technician role requires daily travel to the customers within your Western Virginia territory and occasional travel to our Ashland, VA 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 between $22.00 - $26.00 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, general 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.
• Majority of customers are located in the Harrisonbug, VA and Roanoke, VA areas, but the service territory covers all of Western Virginia.
• Reports to Service Manager based out of Ashland, VA.
• 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.
• Ability to work mandatory over time.
• Performs other duties as requested by Management.

Qualifications

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

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate currently resides in the Geater Staunton or Lexington, Virginia areas.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Company service vehicle
• Laptop and cell phone
• Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Life insurance
• Annual bonus
• 9 paid holidays and 10 days of paid time off

OFFICE HOURS: MON-FRI 6:30AM - 5:00PM EASTERN TIME

Hours may vary on National Holidays

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

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