Maintenance Technician

Clarios; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual/quarterly bonus

Shift differential

PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clarios in Winston-Salem is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 3rd shift (10:00pm - 6:30am) to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery, conveyors, and robotics. Base pay is $35.33/hr with a $1.50/hr shift differential for the 3rd shift, plus a potential 4% bonus based on plant performance.

Benefits start on day one and include health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. The role emphasizes safety, LOTO compliance, and the ability to read schematics and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical skills and electrical repair knowledge.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical (480V), and preventive maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Responsibilities

• Emphasis on safe work practices, adherence to LOTO procedures and use of PPE.
• Troubleshooting and repairing of machinery, conveyors, and robotics.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Must have knowledge of 120, 208, and 480 VAC circuits.
• Experience with conveyors, electronics, PLC hardware and ladder logic required.
• Understanding of motor control circuitry (VFDs, soft starts etc.) required.
• May be required to set up and operate one or all of the following machines: lathe, milling machine, drill press, grinder, power saws, etc.
• Must be able to read schematics and blueprints.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance to assure maximum equipment functionality.
• Adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical repair

Mechanical skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Technician

Location

Winston Salem

Pay

$35.33/hr. starting base pay

$1.50 shift differential for 3rd shift

Bonus

Potential to earn a 4% bonus based on the overall performance of the plant!

Shift

3rd Shift (10:00pm - 6:30pm)

Benefits

Benefits Start 1st Day of Employment

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with wage progression where applicable
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick time per local/state policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and/or retirement contributions
• Annual or quarterly bonus opportunity (plant performance-based)
• Shift differentials and overtime opportunities
• PPE, uniforms, and required safety gear provided
• Employee battery program
• Tuition reimbursement (eligibility varies by site)
• Opportunities for growth and development within Clarios

Job Responsibilities

• Emphasis on safe work practices, adherence to LOTO procedures and use of PPE.
• Troubleshooting and repairing of machinery, conveyors, and robotics.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Must have knowledge of 120, 208, and 480 VAC circuits.
• Experience with conveyors, electronics, PLC hardware and ladder logic required.
• Understanding of motor control circuitry (VFDs, soft starts etc.) required.
• May be required to set up and operate one or all of the following machines: lathe, milling machine, drill press, grinder, power saws, etc.
• Must be able to read schematics and blueprints.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance to assure maximum equipment functionality.
• Adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical skills and electrical repair knowledge.
• Working experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical (480v), and preventive maintenance in a manufacturing.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

About The Plant

Our mission is to create the world's best batteries, essential for the evolving future of transportation. We develop insightful ideas and turn them into impactful realities. We anticipate the needs of customers and the markets we serve to deliver solutions with agility and flexibility.

Who we are

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

To All Recruitment Agencies

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