Industrial Battery Service Technician - Centennial, CO

Get to know East Penn!

With over 75 years of sustainable lead battery and battery accessory manufacturing expertise, East Penn is poised for the energy needs of the future.  At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company.  We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do.  Almost 40% of our workforce has over a decade of service.  Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus program for all, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.  Position will include an excellent starting wage, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and a 401(K) savings plan.

 

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Overview

East Penn Mfg., a world class leader in automotive battery manufacturing is expanding our service network and has an opening in our Centennial, Colorado Warehouse.  Our forward thinking and financially secure, privately held company strongly believes that work should be rewarding, enjoyable and gratifying.  Our employees take pride in our company’s excellent safety record and have found a place to call home with East Penn.  We are looking for a highly motivated; customer focused Industrial Battery Service Technician to join our world class family of employees. 

 

Position will include an excellent starting wage of $23.00 per hour or more depending on industry experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, a 401-K savings plan, and paid time off.  Don’t miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime! For more information about East Penn Mfg., please visit www.dekabatteries.com.

Responsibilities

Technician will communicate and work with maintenance managers, maintenance mechanics, electric truck mechanics, electricians, contractors, and East Penn Manufacturing's salespeople.

• Dealing with customer complaints and down equipment
• Travels to customer locations
• Evaluates battery and charging equipment
• Must be able to make on‑site repairs of batteries and chargers
• Must be able to create and maintain documents explaining customer's fleet by type, amp hour, repairs, recommendations, billing, and repairs
• Maintains regular attendance
• Ability to work mandatory over time
• Performs other duties as requested 
• Responsible for producing a high-quality product
• Responsible for proper hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices

Qualifications

Good driving record, able to read and understand numerous technical manuals, good writing skills, general math skills, strong mechanical skills, strong communication skills, strong electrical background from 120 volt 1 phase to 480 volt 3 phase, AC to DC rectification, able to read schematics, control circuits, basic electronics (A Must), component level to circuits, battery knowledge, able to take voltage and gravity readings, understanding how a lead acid battery works, burning, welding, soldering, knowledge of forklifts and pallet jacks, able to work alone, self-starter. Basic computer skills with experience windows based programs (Word, EXCEL). Job requires rare overnight trips. Must be able to climb and work on ladders, gantries, and cat walks. Must be able to bend, squat, and lift, move, and or slide up to 200 lb. battery cells approximately 25" high. COMPUTER SKILLS, Basic Computer Skills, Word, Personal Computer (PC); REASONING SKILLS, Does troubleshooting and provides potential solutions for problems and communicate ideas, Ability to evaluate, Ability to resolve discrepancies; MECHANICAL SKILLS, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Ability to operate a torch, Basic understanding of AC and DC electricity a plus

 

Ability to commute/relocate: Centennial, CO 80112: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group insurance that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Life insurance
• Annual bonus
• 9 paid holidays and 10 days of paid time off
• Employee assistance programs
• Fitness Discou