Power Recovery Center Technician (Shop Technician)

Power Recovery Center (PRC) Technician

Join Our Team

Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, solving mechanical problems, and takes pride in producing quality work? Carolina Industrial Products (CIP) is looking for a motivated Power Recovery Center (PRC) Technician to join our growing team.

In this role, you will refurbish and rebuild industrial forklift batteries in a fast-paced, production-based environment. These batteries support our sales department as certified used equipment. Every battery rebuilt in our Power Recovery Center is backed by a warranty, making quality workmanship and attention to detail essential.

If you are self-motivated, mechanically inclined, and enjoy seeing the results of your hard work, we would love to hear from you.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

Our most successful team members are individuals who:

• Take initiative and complete tasks and anticipate what needs to be done
• Share ideas and contribute to continuous improvement
• Welcome coaching and feedback as opportunities for growth
• Care about the quality of their work and the products they produce
• Think critically and solve problems effectively
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Are dependable, punctual, and motivated to succeed
• Are open-minded and adaptable to new ideas and processes
• Focus on efficiency while never sacrificing quality
• Take pride in representing themselves, their team, and CIP
• Care about both their personal success and the success of the department

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate industrial forklift batteries to determine whether they can be refurbished or should be recycled
• Refurbish and rebuild batteries according to established quality standards and procedures
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and production efficiency
• Complete assigned work within established timelines
• Document all inspections and repairs using internal system (training provided)
• Communicate battery status and production updates with the PRC Production Manager
• Receive, unload, and stage batteries and materials using forklifts (forklift training provided)
• Prepare scrap batteries for shipment, including banding, staging, and loading trucks
• Prepare battery cells, rental batteries, and refurbished batteries for customer shipment
• Monitor shop inventory and communicate material or parts needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work environment
• Support the continued growth and success of the Power Recovery Center

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work with hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Forklift experience is a plus, but training will be provided
• Industrial, automotive, electrical, manufacturing, or warehouse experience is preferred but not required

Schedule

• Full-time – 7:30-4:30 M-F
• 40 hours per week - Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs, production demands, or customer requirements.

Benefits & Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave

CIP offers a competitive paid time off package that includes nine paid holidays each year, a progressive vacation program based on years of service, and five paid sick days annually.

Growth & Development

At CIP, we value employees who take initiative, are committed to continuous improvement, and take pride in producing quality work. As the Power Recovery Center evolves, team members who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, and a willingness to learn may have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and grow within the department.

If you're looking for a hands-on career where your work makes a meaningful impact and quality craftsmanship is valued, we encourage you to apply.