Maintenance: Battery Technician

Albertsons; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertsons is seeking a Battery Maintenance Technician to service and maintain the battery fleet in our Melrose Park facility. Responsibilities include changing batteries for production and sanitation, performing preventive maintenance, and repairing batteries, cables, and charging equipment.

The role requires manual dexterity, ability to read hazardous labeling, and basic computer skills for log entries and CMMS work orders.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate hand and power tools as part of battery maintenance and repair.
• DOT license required to operate company vehicles.
• Strong manual dexterity, balance and coordination for tasks at various heights.
• Ability to read and interpret labeling on hazardous materials and equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS or computer-based work orders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Change batteries as needed for production, sanitation and maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance on batteries as scheduled.
• Repair batteries including cables, connectors, cells and cases.
• Perform minor repairs to charging equipment as needed.
• Maintain a 5S work environment at all times.
• Maintain accurate battery logs and documentation.
• Assist with repairs of Fire Protection/Suppression systems as required.
• Other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Operate equipment

Basic computer skills

DOT license

Professional communication

Manual dexterity

Hazardous materials labeling

Diagnostic equipment operation

Policy compliance

Tools

Powered Industrial Trucks

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Description

Purpose:

To maintain the battery fleet per manufacture’s recommendations, and to provide safe, efficient and professional service to all internal customers.

Primary Job Functions:

• Change batteries as needed for production, sanitation and maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all batteries as scheduled.
• Perform repairs on batteries as needed to include cables, connectors, cells, and cases.
• Perform minor repairs to battery charging equipment (cables, connectors, etc.) as needed.
• Respond to and assist in hazardous cleanup from accidents involving a battery.
• Test battery performance using test equipment.
• Must maintain a 5S work environment at all times.
• Must maintain accurate battery logs
• Responsible for all incoming and outgoing batteries. This includes preparation and documentation.
• May be required to assist others with repairs of the Fire Protection/Suppression systems
• Other duties assigned by management

Skills and Abilities to Perform Job:

• Must have the ability to operate work related equipment and tools (hand and power) to include powered equipment, forklifts, man-lifts, pallet jacks, and all types of testing equipment.
• Must possess basic computer skills
• A license (DOT) to drive company vehicles
• The ability to interact with all warehouse employees in a professional manor
• Must be able to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance, repair and service procedures
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work at both ground level and in high places to perform job tasks and duties
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities and tasks
• Must have the ability to operate work related equipment and tools (hand and power) to include powered equipment, forklifts, man-lifts, pallet jacks and all types of diagnostic equipment
• Must have the ability to learn and follow Company and Distribution Center policies and procedures encompassing work orders, purchase requisitions/orders, spare parts and supplies inventories
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend all labeling on hazardous materials and equipment in the facility(s)

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to potential hazards exists with respect to equipment and materials necessary to perform job functions
• Exposure to high-voltage current and equipment exists on the Complex with Utility provider equipment, welding equipment, back-up auxiliary generators, and switch gear
• Potential exposure to vehicle and equipment lubricants and solvents exists
• Work environment temperature ranges from -20F degrees to +80F degrees with appropriate PPE
• Exposure to work tasks may be required at second or third story levels (approximately 20’ to 40’) from finished floor levels

Equipment Used to Perform Job:

• A variety of hand tools
• Powered Industrial Trucks
• A variety of power tools
• A variety of diagnostic tools and devises
• Equipment manuals, documents, drawings, and schematics
• PC for CMMS work order entries.
• Proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) will be provided for all hazards