LOGISTICS/BATTERY HANDLER

Kroger; Shelbyville (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Shelbyville, IN is seeking a Maintenance Battery Technician to perform preventative maintenance on material handling equipment batteries and to repair minor cable and connector damage. You must be able to operate forklifts, electric carts, and power tools as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining battery charge and condition, keeping the work area clean, and adapting to overtime, nights, and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with six months in a mechanical field.
• Limited Maintenance Industrial license.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, manuals and instructions.
• Equipment maintenance experience and ability to troubleshoot malfunctions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on batteries and material handling equipment.
• Repair minor cable and connector damage.
• Maintain batteries and ensure they are charged and in working condition.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Work flexible shifts, including overtime, weekends, nights and holidays.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Six months mechanical field experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Electric cart operation

Power tools

Job description

Keep material handling equipment clean, operational, and batteries charged at all times. Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on battery cables and connector. Troubleshoot and investigates equipment/battery malfunctions. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Essential Job Functions:
  • Perform preventative maintenance on material handling equipment batteries
  • Repair minor cable and connector damage
  • Maintain batteries and ensure that they are charged at all times and in working condition
  • Keep work area clean at all times
  • Maintain flexibility to work any shift, including overtime, weekends, nights and holidays
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

• Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:
  • High school education or general education degree (GED) plus six months experience in mechanical field or equivalent combination or education and experience
  • Limited Maintenance Industrial license
• Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents, manuals and instructions
  • Equipment maintenance experience
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions
  • Ability to operate special equipment, machinery and/or tools including forklift, electric cart, manual lift, as well as basic and power tools
  • Time management skills, ability to meet deadlines and productivity expectations
  • Effective communication with a diverse population
  • Minimum 18 years of age

Job Info

• Job Identification 212812
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Posting Date 08/03/2026, 04:08 PM
• Locations 4301 N 125 W, Shelbyville, IN, 46176, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 09/26/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you.