Battery Maintenance Technician

The Battery Maintenance team is hiring three technicians, two for our day shift role and one for our night shift role. Based on experience will determine what level the candidate is hired at.

Level I - 37,800.

- 56,800.00 USD Annual

Level II - 45,800.

- 68,800.00 USD Annual

Responsible for assembling, installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electric vehicle batteries. Operating under the supervision of the Supervisor, Battery Maintenance, the role focuses on battery diagnostics, refurbishment, and repurposing in a fast‑paced production environment. The technician ensures battery systems are safe, functional, and ready for deployment, contributing directly to the reliability and performance of EV operations.

• Installs, inspects, maintains, and repairs vehicle batteries.
• Uses electrical test equipment to RESPONSIBILITIES verify battery functionality.
• Disassembles cells, inspects for defects, and replaces faulty parts.
• Reassembles and fuses battery components as needed.
• Fills cells with acid, checks solution gravity, and adjusts concentration.
• Connects chargers, monitors meters, and adjusts charging parameters.
• Conducts discharge tests and performs necessary repairs.
• Cleans and neutralizes batteries.
• Maintains and repairs battery charging systems.
• Packages battery packs and components for shipment.
• Performs basic diagnostics to identify and fix battery issues for reuse.
• Sorts materials and tests battery performance.
• Follows safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Ensures work meets quality standards and supports operational goals.
• Ensures timely and accurate updates to the Alfred CMMS database with relevant maintenance and production data to support operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Completes additional tasks as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Requires strong knowledge of EV batteries, working with hand and power tools as well as basic computers skills needed to enter information into databases, and check and respond to emails.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills as well as excellent teamwork, problem‑solving, and collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization.
• Ability to read written operating instructions.
• Commitment to Safety and quality.

• Degree in related discipline.
• Experience in EV Batteries or the automotive field.

• Subject to Manufacturing or warehouse environment which may or may not be climate controlled.

• Individual lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Constant sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, lifting.
• Good hand and finger dexterity; hand and eye coordination.
• Physical ability and mental acuity to execute duties successfully within required time frames under safety guidelines.
• Standard PPE includes safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protection, and safety footwear; other PPE may be required for specific tasks.

USD 22.02 - 33.08 per hour

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $22.02 - $33.08 per hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets