At Cox Automotive we're forward-thinking innovators who put people first. Our award-winning workplace culture is centered on inclusion and kindness, and we're looking for people to join our mission to be a force for good in the world.
Come build a better future with EV Battery Solutions, part of the Cox Automotive family of businesses. We are the leading provider of services for the life cycle management of batteries used in hybrid and electric vehicles. You will work in a fast-paced environment where these batteries are repaired, refurbished and repurposed.
As a Lead Battery Maintenance Technician, you will receive training as you work under the supervision of a production team to work with electric vehicle battery packs to complete requirements from the operator.
Job and Responsibilities:
- Serves as lead and master-level Battery Maintenance Technician.
- Works with Battery Maintenance management to forecast job requirements, ensure appropriate resource allocation and adjust schedules and availability accordingly.
- Models safety behaviors and ensures technicians comply with all health, safety and environment requirements.
- Addresses and resolves issues escalated from technicians and/or customers.
- Monitors workflow processes and develops / recommends areas for improvement.
- Identifies and resolves systemic issues within the team.
- Handles issues escalated from Battery Maintenance team members, customers and other stakeholders.
- Serves as a key liaison to other teams and leaders, ensuring other team support for all operations.
- Finds and recommends ways to improve the team's efficiency, quality and operational effectiveness.
- Disassemble battery packs using various tools.
- Package and secure battery packs or battery part to prepare for shipping.
- Provide minor diagnostic work to determine root cause of non-working batteries.
- Provide repair to refurbish vehicle batteries for redeployment
- Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. Other duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications:
9 years' experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Previous employment or contract experience with Cox preferred.
- This is a physical position and requires the following:
- Individual lifting up to 50 pounds and the use of team lifting or lifting equipment to lift up to 137 pounds.
- Constant sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, lifting.
- Good hand and finger dexterity.
- Good hand and eye coordination. Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes to meet business requirements under safety guidelines.
Working Environment
Variable, consisting of both the office environment and the manufacturing floor. Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery. The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time. PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection and sanitary footwear.
ADCOX
USD 28.08 - 42.12 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly base pay rate is $28.08 - $42.12/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.
Benefits:
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, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!
About Cox
Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .
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