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Maintenance Technician

Location: St. Joseph, MO (Distribution Center - DC)

Pay: $42.99/hr., with wage progression per the collective bargaining agreement. Paid weekly on Fridays.

Shift Differential:

• 3rd shift: +$2.00/hr.
• Weekend shift: +$0.29/hr.

Shifts: 3rd Shift (11:00pm-7:18am)

Benefits Start: Day 31

What We Offer

• Competitive starting pay ($42.99/hr.) plus shift premiums
• Paid vacation (prorated), 13 paid holidays, and sick time accrual per Missouri law
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 31)
• 401k with company match and retirement contributions (RIC 1-7% with 50% match up to 3%)
• Annual bonus opportunity (4% of gross wages)
• Tool allowance (annual)
• Free employee battery program (after 120 days)
• PPE, uniforms, safety glasses, safety shoes, and earplugs provided
• $1,000 referral bonus (paid after 90 days)
• Fitness reimbursement program (with proof of 8+ monthly visits)
• Recognition programs (Safety Week, Tenure Awards, Holiday events, World of Fun, National Battery Day, etc.)
• Advancement opportunities in a high-performance team culture

Job Responsibilities

• As a maintenance technician on our Clarios St. Joseph Distribution Center team; you will be responsible for troubleshooting and modifying all electrical, PLC, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulics of equipment in a 5S fashion using all TPM guidelines and ensure we meet government codes.
• In addition, our maintenance technicians contribute to the preventative maintenance program (TPM), perform TAE tasks, perform and develop all assigned calibrations of existing and future equipment, and have system knowledge of Maximo to back up as needed.
• Our maintenance technicians are required to develop special projects to help improve safety, production, plus reduce scrap using production and maintenance reports to self-initiate these projects.

Qualifications

• Must pass Maintenance Test
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Post high school training in maintenance or repair disciplines (desired).
• Mechanical skills and electrical repair knowledge.
• Minimum of two (2) years maintenance technician experience (desired)
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Must be able to work up to 12 hours and occasional overtime.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions due to limited space.
• Agility to climb ladders to perform repairs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Working knowledge with computers.
• Successful Maintenance technicians must be responsive to resolve issues in a timely manner reducing downtime in production machinery.

Additional Information

• Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check, physical, and drug screen
• Proof of employment eligibility required
• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties; other tasks may be assigned as needed

About the Plant

Our St. Joseph, Missouri Distribution Center (DC) plays a key role in the packaging, storage, and shipment of Clarios batteries. The facility employs more than 300 people and operates six days per week. The site fosters a strong culture of safety, teamwork, and recognition while also engaging in community initiatives and events.

Who we are:

Clarios is the force behind the world's most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials-setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we're not just making batteries; we're shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios-where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion-where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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