Maintenance Technician, Apprentice

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found on hundreds of thousands of electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, France, Spain, China, and the U.S.

AESC invests heavily in next-generation technology to drive innovation and works with its strategic partners to continually push the boundaries of performance, safety and efficiency. Its teams work with strategic partners to continuously improve the company's global leadership in product development, quality and sustainable processes. Find out more at us.aesc-group.com.

At AESC's Bowling Green, KY automated-manufacturing facility we will design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is seeking students interested in attending Southcentral Kentucky's Community & Technical College and working with us as a Maintenance Apprentice. Come create your sustainable future with us.

To qualify for the program, applicants must be enrolled with Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College and be admitted to the Engineering and Electronics Technology Associate's program.

AESC invests $2 billion for 30GWh electric battery gigafactory, creating 2,000 jobs

AESC's Investment in 30GWh Kentucky Gigafactory Creates 2,000 New Jobs and Solidifies the Commonwealth as Electric Vehicle Battery Capital of U.S.
Envision AESC, a world-leading Japanese electric vehicle battery technology company, along with Gov. Beshear, announced on April 14, 2022 its $2 billion investment to build a new, state-of-the-art gigafactory in the Kentucky Transpark in Bowling Green, Warren County. The 30GWh plant will create 2,000 skilled jobs in the region, producing battery cells and modules to power the next generation EVs. To learn more, see the full release.

"Envision is a company with a tremendous track record for success," said Gov. Beshear. "They've been producing high-performance, extended-range batteries for 12 years. They are not new to this and they currently power over 650,000 vehicles operating in 44 counties. In that time, Envision has achieved a record of zero critical battery malfunctions."

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. While performing the duties of this job, for shifts lasting up to 12 hours, the employee is required to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms, bend, twist, stoop, kneel or crouch while frequently working in confined areas repeatedly throughout the day. The employee is frequently required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally required to climb, balance or crawl.

Work Environment

When construction is complete, the work environment will be primarily a climate controlled, automated manufacturing plant with light to moderate noise and forklift traffic.The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

This position must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All of us at AESC - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products. It is our policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information, visit us.aesc-group.com

To qualify for the program, applicants must be enrolled with Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College and be admitted to the Engineering and Electronics Technology Associate's program.