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Middletown Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Onsite
Job Title
Maintenance Technician
Location
Middletown, DE | Distribution Center
Pay
$38.00/hr. + $0.50/hr. shift differential for overnight shift
Shift
12-hour 2-2-3 schedule – 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM (every other Fri–Sun off)
What We Offer
Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance (after 90 days)
401(k) plan with company match
Annual bonus opportunity (up to 5% based on plant performance)
Company contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
Tuition reimbursement available
Free employee battery program (after 90 days)
PPE, uniforms, and safety gear provided
Opportunities for skill growth and leadership development in a high-performing maintenance team
Recognition programs and community involvement opportunities
Job Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and plant equipment to ensure uptime and safety
Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues across conveyors, robotics, and production systems
Work safely under Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and other safety protocols; maintain proper use of PPE
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Service and repair systems operating at 120V, 208V, and 480V
Inspect, install, and maintain motors, VFDs, sensors, PLC hardware, and related controls
Set up and operate shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, saws, and milling machines
Document maintenance activities accurately and communicate updates to leadership
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve downtime issues and support continuous improvement
Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of industrial maintenance experience required
Journeyman License preferred
Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems (480V)
High school diploma or GED required
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders
Basic computer literacy (CMMS or Maximo experience preferred)
Physical ability to stand, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs.), and work at heights when needed
Willingness to work overtime and weekends as business demands require
About the Plant
Our Middletown, Delaware Distribution Center charges, packages, and ships batteries used in cars, boats, and heavy-duty trucks. Opened in 2011, the facility employs more than 350 people and operates six days per week. We take pride in our community involvement and support for organizations like the Middletown/Odessa/Townsend Senior Center and local fire departments.
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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