Motive Power Battery Systems Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance stipend

Fixed schedule

W-2 through Mural Group

Lead Technician path

Job summary

Mural Group seeks a Motive Power Battery Systems Technician in Memphis, TN to own the battery room and keep lift fleets running 24/7 (except Christmas). The role emphasizes safety, routine maintenance, and precise log-keeping.

You will water, equalize, test capacity, swap battery packs, inspect chargers, and coordinate battery changes with operators. OSHA safety, 50+ lb lifts, and 1–2 years in a battery/industrial setting are preferred; a stable schedule is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years in a battery room, industrial/warehouse maintenance, or a closely related skilled trade.
• Working knowledge of lead-acid maintenance (watering, equalization, specific gravity testing).
• Proven OSHA safety practices and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lead‑acid battery care: watering, cleaning, equalization, and capacity testing.
• Execute changeouts/swaps to keep lift trucks running across shifts.
• Inspect chargers, connectors, and cables; complete minor repairs and escalate issues.
• Track charge/discharge cycles and maintain logs.
• Maintain a clean, OSHA‑compliant battery room and safely handle electrolyte spills.

Skills

Battery room maintenance

Lead-acid maintenance

OSHA safety practices

Forklift operation

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Voltmeter

Hydrometer

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Motive Power Battery Systems Technician — Memphis, TN (Up to $25/hr)Picture this: the distribution center wakes up for another nonstop day. Lift trucks line up, operators are ready, and the clock hits shift change. The only way the fleet moves is if the battery room is dialed in — and that’s your domain. As the Motive Power Battery Systems Technician, you own the energy hub that keeps operations running 24/7 (with Christmas Day as the only exception). Reliability and safety are everything here — when you show up ready, the fleet does too.Compensation & EmploymentPay: up to $25/hr, commensurate with experience (battery room or distribution maintenance experience prioritized for the top of the range)W-2 employment through Mural Group (not 1099)Mural Group contributes $500/month toward health insurance, which fully covers an individual employeeLong-term contract with a path to a Lead Technician roleFixed Schedules (No Rotation)Same days and hours every week.Weekday openings (40 hrs/wk):Relief Tech: Tuesday–Saturday | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm2nd Shift: Monday–Friday | 2:00 pm – 10:00 pmWeekend openings (24 hrs/wk):Saturday & Sunday | 12-hour day shift | 7:00 am – 7:00 pmWeekday roles are 40 straight hours with no structural overtime. Weekend roles offer a consistent 24-hour, two-day schedule — great for part-time or supplemental income.Your Core ImpactPerform routine lead‑acid battery care: watering, cleaning, equalization, and capacity testingExecute changeouts/swaps to keep lift trucks running throughout every shiftInspect chargers, connectors, and cables; complete minor repairs and escalate issues as neededTrack charge/discharge cycles and maintain accurate logsDiagnose underperforming batteries with voltmeters, hydrometers, and other diagnostic toolsMaintain a clean, organized, OSHA‑compliant battery roomSafely handle and neutralize electrolyte spills using proper PPE and proceduresCoordinate with operators to time swaps with minimal operational impactWhat You’ll BringRequiredHigh school diploma or GED1–2 years in a battery room, industrial/warehouse maintenance, or closely related skilled tradeWorking knowledge of lead‑acid maintenance (watering, equalization, specific gravity testing)Proven OSHA safety practices and consistent PPE usageAbility to lift 50+ lbs and operate battery lifts/hoists safelyRock‑solid attendance — the fleet depends on youPreferredDirect battery room experience in distribution, warehouse, or logistics environmentsUnderstanding of DC electrical systems and charging fundamentalsForklift operator certificationOSHA 10 or 30 (General Industry)Troubleshooting skills for charger faults, bad cells, or connectorsAlso ConsideredCandidates from auto/diesel, HVAC, or industrial electrical trades with strong mechanical aptitude and a safety‑first mindsetWhat to Expect on Day OneFixed schedule — no rotationPPE provided (steel‑toe boots required; bring your own)Safety‑first culture in a well‑run, established distribution facilityTechnical ProficienciesCreating Preventive Maintenance Plans120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)Heavy Material HandlingIndustrial Electrical ExperienceLift Truck Repair & MaintenanceIndustrial Electrical SystemsWorkplace Safety & EHS ManagementEquipment Diagnostics & TroubleshootingDOT & Equipment Inspection ComplianceLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Equipment Repair & MaintenanceMachine Safety InspectionsReady to take ownership of the battery room and keep the fleet moving? Apply today in Memphis, TN.