Warehouse Technician

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. in Houston, TX seeks a Warehouse Technician to support warehouse and equipment operations for field service activities. Responsibilities include receiving, inspecting, and packing shipments, maintaining records, and coordinating repairs while ensuring policies are followed.

The role emphasizes forklift operation, calibration of test equipment, and proactive maintenance of vehicles and assets to support reliable power system service operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing/service warehouse, or a high school diploma with 5 years’ experience.
• Forklift operation proficiency required.
• Proficient computer skills; SAP experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect goods against shipment records.
• Verify items and pack for shipment per specifications.
• Maintain records of received and shipped items.
• Support vehicle and equipment upkeep and calibration of test equipment.
• Coordinate repairs and support daily operational activities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Computer skills

SAP experience

Education

Associate degree

High School diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Houston, Texas, United States Job ID: R0143071 Date Posted: 2026-09-02 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

The Opportunity As a Warehouse Technician, you will support warehouse and equipment operations that enable field service activities. The role includes receiving and inspecting goods, verifying shipments, gathering and packing materials for shipment, maintaining records of received and shipped items, supporting vehicle and equipment upkeep, maintaining calibration of test equipment, coordinating repairs, and helping ensure daily operational activities are completed. You will address operational issues that may be difficult but are typically not complex while helping ensure established policies, practices, and procedures are followed. By maintaining organized equipment, supporting emergency field service needs, and helping keep critical tools and assets ready for use, you contribute to reliable power system service operations and the continued use of field technologies that support the electrical grid.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Receive and inspect goods and verify items against shipment records. Gather, verify, and pack items for shipment based on specifications and transportation requirements. Record received and shipped items. Maintain oil processing trailers, including maintenance and repairs. Manage vehicle maintenance, registration, and insurance activities. Maintain calibration of test equipment and coordinate repairs for equipment and dry air machines. Support day-to-day operational activities and help ensure policies and procedures are followed. Maintain company equipment in an organized 5S manner. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States. Associate degree and 2 years’ experience, or High School diploma and 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing/service warehouse environment. 2 years’ experience with an Associate degree, or 5 years’ experience with a High School diploma. Previous warehousing and/or shipping experience preferred. Ability to operate a forklift effectively. Proficient computer skills. Experience in SAP is highly recommended.

More About Us

You will have opportunities to work with colleagues across field service and warehouse operations while expanding your experience with equipment, logistics, and service support activities. Work on innovative energy technologies. Collaborate with experienced professionals. Access learning and development opportunities. Receive health and retirement benefits. Benefit from paid leave and flexibility programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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