Maintenance Operator

EnerSys Delaware Inc. • Richmond, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Class B Maintenance Operator performs mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting on semi-automatic and automatic industrial equipment used in lead-acid battery production. The role requires at least two years of industrial maintenance experience and involves preventive maintenance, diagnosing equipment failures, and completing basic building and grounds repairs. This is a B shift position reporting to David Cornett.

The job is performed in a plant or warehouse environment with varying working conditions and potential exposure to lead and fiberglass products. Employees must follow work rules and safety practices, wear required personal protective equipment, and undergo periodic blood testing to monitor lead levels. The position may require varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• At least two years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts including fractions, division, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced position requiring detailed compliance.
• Ability and willingness to work varying schedules that may include nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods, traversing indoor and outdoor areas and work areas above and below floor level, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Willingness to work in a plant or warehouse with varying conditions and potential exposure to lead and fiberglass products, and to undergo periodic blood tests to monitor lead levels.

Nice To Haves

• Industrial maintenance technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow plant work rules and safe work practices to prevent lead contamination and personal injury.
• Select and use appropriate hand, powered, and shop bench tools.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including lubrication and wear-point inspections, and identify potential problems.
• Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes and propose solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Perform basic plumbing and electrical repairs to buildings and grounds.
• Communicate with operators and managers when diagnosing problems and prioritizing work.
• Wear required personal protective equipment properly at all times.

What This Job Offers

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