Battery Technician

Join a skilled and supportive team in Phoenix, AZ as a Critical Systems Technician II, specializing in battery systems for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems in critical environments. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gaining valuable experience in battery installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The position is ideal for individuals eager to develop technical skills in a growing industry, while contributing to the reliability and performance of mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with battery replacements and new installations for UPS systems in critical environments.
• Support preventative and scheduled maintenance of battery systems, ensuring minimal disruption to customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site throughout all phases of work.
• Follow operational, maintenance, and emergency procedures to ensure safety and compliance with company standards.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external customers to deliver high-quality service.
• Provide assistance in the warehouse and support other service divisions, such as Switch Gear, Operations, and HVAC, as needed.
• Safely and effectively use hand tools and general maintenance equipment.
• Work from schematic diagrams, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks.
• Learn and assist with disconnecting and connecting sealed batteries, building battery racks, and installing spill containment systems.
• Record test readings and collect data for reporting purposes using a laptop computer.
• Gain experience in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs on DC battery systems, with increasing independence over time.
• Travel approximately 50-75% or more as required for service assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Services Management.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of, or willingness to learn, AC/DC theory, electronic components, and circuitry.
• Ability to safely operate department equipment and use hand tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Willingness to complete training on digital multimeters, amp clamps, flexible CTs, and battery testing equipment.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, battery string connections (series, parallel, series-parallel) and installation best practices.
• OSHA 10-hour certification and NFPA-70E Safety Training (or willingness to obtain).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.