What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battery Technician position at Supply Chain?
Role Purpose:
Changing forklift batteries using both Hydra Handlers in safe and proper manner
Changing all on site contractors batteries
Over-seeing proper process for forklift operators – guiding into position, unplugging, pulling and placement
Key Accountabilities:
- Documenting unsafe batteries, leaking, over filled, bare wires, and lacking charges.
- Documenting battery numbers, in / out run times.
- Checking each battery as to water levels, documentation , filling if necessary.
- Minor repairs - changing caps, o rings, cell covers, cables, connectors, heat shrinking cables.
- Cleaning batteries with neutralizer, scrubbing heavy acid buildup with brush, putting through battery washer.
- Attending monthly scheduled battery meetings.
- Tracking and ordering parts for repairs, battery area tools, etc.,.
- Maintaining a neat and organized work area.
- Cleaning area: sweeping floors, scrubbing acid residue from floors & trays, blowing dust off chargers, under rack, battery carts.
- Compliance with customer and company safe practices for battery changing.
- Wearing proper PPE equipment.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.
