Job Description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Vehicle Operations

Sr Battery Maintenance Technician

Individual Contributor

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

No

Night

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $26.73 - $40.10/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.

Primary Duties/Key Responsibilities:

• Must be able to work third (3rd) shift 10:30pm - 7:00am.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair battery charging equipment and vehicle batteries
• Disassemble, refurbish, and reassemble battery packs using appropriate tools
• Conduct discharge tests and diagnostics to identify and resolve battery issues
• Perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer guidelines
• Use electrical test equipment to verify battery functionality
• Package and prepare battery components for shipping
• Log work orders, inventory, and battery performance data
• Recommend process improvements and monitor workflow efficiency
• Mentor and train technicians; provide technical coaching
• Handle escalated customer/stakeholder issues
• Collaborate with Battery Maintenance management on resource planning
• Ensure safety compliance and model safe work practices
• Liaise with Vehicle Operations to support battery and service needs
• Ensure battery work meets quality standards and contributes to overall operational excellence
• Ensure timely and accurate updates to the Alfred CMMS database with relevant maintenance and production data to support operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Specialized Knowledge and skills

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years’ experience; or 7 years’ experience in a related field
• Requires strong knowledge of EV batteries, working with hand and power tools as well as basic computers skills needed to enter information into databases, and check and respond to emails.
• Ability to read written operating instructions
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and excellent problem solving, teamwork and collaboration skills to work and communicate effectively with teams throughout organization
• Commitment to safety & quality

Preferred Experience & Specialized Knowledge & Skills

• Degree or certification in a related discipline automative or technical
• Experience in the EV Battery industry, preferably in the automotive sector

Work Environment & Physical Conditions

Work Environment Subject to Manufacturing or warehouse environment which may or may not be climate controlled.

Physical Requirements:

• Individual lifting up to 50 pounds
• Constant sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, lifting
• Good hand and finger dexterity; hand and eye coordination
• Physical ability and mental acuity to execute duties successfully within required timeframes under safety guidelines
• Standard PPE includes safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protection, and safety footwear, other PPE may be required for specific tasks.

Travel

• No regular travel required

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, and parental leave.

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. 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. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.