Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

What We Offer

• Competitive starting pay with contractual progression and shift premiums
• Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with company match and retirement contributions
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Free employee battery program
• PPE, uniforms, safety glasses, safety shoes, earplugs, and respirators provided
• Referral bonus
• Fitness reimbursement program
• Recognition programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery, equipment, and plant utilities (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems)
• Read schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals; diagnose and correct machine difficulties to minimize downtime
• Install, adjust, and modify equipment, including electrical, gas, water, air, and hydraulic hookups
• Operate and maintain precision tools and shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, saws, and welders
• Fabricate and repair racks, bins, guards, fixtures, and small tools from sketches or verbal instructions
• Perform preventive maintenance (oil, grease, inspections, adjustments) to maximize uptime
• Service and operate rectifiers and test instruments
• Maintain accurate work records and log parts or materials used
• Support continuous improvement and safe work practices (LOTO, PPE, safety guidelines)
• Provide guidance to lower-level maintenance personnel as needed

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic computer, math, reading, and writing skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Must be able to wear required PPE (uniform, safety shoes, glasses, respirator, earplugs)
• U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (sponsorship not available)

Preferred

• 1+ year experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance role
• Demonstrated ability in mechanical and electrical repair, hydraulics, pneumatics, and high-voltage circuits

About the Plant

Our St. Joseph, Missouri Dry Assembly Plant (DAP) opened in 1973 and now employs more than 860 people. The facility manufactures automotive and marine batteries and is a key contributor to Clarios’ global supply chain. The site is active in the community through initiatives such as holiday drives, recognition events, and partnerships with local organizations.

Additional Information

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

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.