Industrial Battery Technician

Oxford Frozen Foods • Oxford, NS

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Oxford Frozen Foods Ltd, a member of the Bragg Group of Companies, is a family owned international business that has over 1,200 employees, eight manufacturing facilities and two large farming operations within Atlantic Canada and the United States. Oxford Frozen Foods Ltd, is the world's largest provider of Wild Blueberries, North America's largest producers of premium, frozen carrots and one of Canada's premier manufacturers of onion rings and battered appetizers.

The Industrial Battery Technician reports to the Shipping & Receiving Department Head. This position will oversee the health and performance of our forklift fleet’s power systems, covering the full spectrum of battery care—from traditional lead-acid maintenance to high-tech lithium-ion troubleshooting. The industrial battery technician will maintain and repair current batteries, complete testing of battery systems, diagnosing faults, ensuring safety protocols, and providing technical support. This position will have a strong focus on preventative maintenance initiatives to prolong life of batteries.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in automotive repair, heavy equipment maintenance, or a similar trade.
• Previous experience operating a forklift.
• Experience in repairing and maintaining batteries of various types, including lead-acid, lithium-ion, and nickel-cadmium.

Nice To Haves

• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the health and performance of forklift fleet’s power systems.
• Perform maintenance and repair of current batteries.
• Complete testing of battery systems.
• Diagnose faults in battery systems.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Provide technical support for battery systems.
• Focus on preventative maintenance initiatives to prolong battery life.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including a matching contribution pension plan.
• Employee Housing Loan program provides a forgivable loan up to $40,000, interest free.
• Vacation purchase plan allowing for additional time off.
• Employee Discount Program offering great discounts across Atlantic Canada.
• Employee pricing on products we produce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED