Lead Battery and Charger Technician

Crown Lift Trucks is the premier material handling dealer in Canada. We are a leader in the industry and are considered a one-stop shop for all material handling needs. Crown Lift Trucks Canada operates eight full-service branches in both Ontario and Quebec offering complete service solutions including maintenance programs, parts supply, and training.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation, no flat rate
• Yearly tool allowance
• Tuition reimbursement for any program or course of your choice
• Comprehensive benefits such as: medical insurance, dental, vision, long term/short term disability, life insurance, and more
• Pension plan
• Boot allowance
• A provided service van with gas, insurance, and repair expenses covered
• Company provided cellphone
• Opportunities for advancement and ongoing professional development
• State-of-the-art training facilities

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for Managing the Four Step Encore Battery Reconditioning Process. This position will report to the Branch Manager.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Manage the Four Step Encore Reconditioning Process: Triage, Capacity Recover, Load Testing, and Refinishing and Packaging.
• Plan and manage the time required to profitably recondition the batteries at the branch location. Continuously review the reconditioning process and make improvement recommendations.
• Communicate work schedule, product status, and inventory updates to Branch and Corporate teams.
• Perform safety, operational tests, warranty repairs on batteries and quote repair costs as required.
• Process paperwork and document data.
• Keep Encore Battery area clean, organized, and have items all appropriately labeled and staged in the designated areas.
• Oversee the Encore battery inventory and ensure the batteries are cycled watered and up to safety and customer standards.
• Maintain all required equipment supplied with operation.
• Perform the monthly battery inventory count.
• Complete all training as assigned.
• Other related duties as required.

KNOW HOW & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma.
• Valid driver’s license. Must be able to safely operate lift trucks and vehicles/service trucks.
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Mechanical aptitude. Able to read and understand service manuals, and AC and DC wiring diagrams.
• Familiar with tools and equipment such as common hand tools, power tools, torch, and types of testing equipment.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with excellent planning and follow-through.
• Self-starter with good organizational, customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Industry related training and/or one to two years of prior experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.

At Crown Lift Trucks, we believe in fairness and transparency. While most of our hiring decisions are made by people, we may use technology, including AI-based tools, to assist with parts of the process such as screening or assessments. If this happens, it is always supported by human review.

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and do not require Canadian work experience for this role.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy (not for a future candidate pool).

Please note that we currently require all new hires to complete a criminal reference check to be eligible for employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Crown Lift Trucks will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require to ensure your equal participation.

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