BATTERY/UPS APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN

Provides quality installation, inspections, preventive maintenance and replacements of sealed and flooded batteries, DC plants, and spill containment systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance to equipment, such as, flooded and sealed batteries, chargers cable trays, battery racks and power cables.

Prepares material and equipment required for each job assignment.

Drives a DOT regulated commercial vehicle, loads and unloads trucks and hauls and hoists materials.

Operates equipment, such as: pallet jack, battery lift, etc.

Maintains a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.

Places batteries on racks or in trays.

Installs battery cables and hardware.

Conducts all activity in a safe manner by adhering to policies and procedure, such as, environmental, OSHA, DOT Hazmat, and warranty.

Must participate and successfully complete all training as required by the company.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Skills, and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Requires basic mechanical aptitude. Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record and be able to meet DOT regulations requirements. Ability and willingness to travel to job sites, do overnight travel, and work nights and weekends as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer proficiency. Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment preferred. Must be able to lift up to 75lbs. regularly.

• Technician Assistant: Electrical trade school preferred. Basic knowledge of electricity a plus.
• Technician: Requires basic electrical aptitude. DC power and/or battery experience desired. Working knowledge of AC single and three phase power systems, DC plants and battery systems a plus.