Toyota Racing Development Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Job Title
Maintenance Technician
Location
Florence, KY
Pay
Starting at $30.00/hr. + shift differential
Shifts
12-hour 2-2-3 schedule - days and nights available (every other weekend)
What We Offer

• Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 31 days
• 401(k) plan with company match (50% of up to 3%)
• Annual bonus opportunity (up to 4% based on plant performance)
• Uniforms, PPE, and safety gear 100% company-provided
• $300 referral bonus (after 100 days)
• Career growth opportunities in a highly automated manufacturing environment
• Recognition and employee appreciation programs

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all plant equipment and machinery to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Perform complete job changes (mold changes and setups) on production equipment
• Service and install injection molding presses, molds, grinders, pumps, motors, blenders, compressors, boilers, lighting, electrical systems, conveyors, robots, and automated assembly equipment
• Maintain and install process piping, valves, timers, thermocouples, fittings, gauges, solenoids, switches, and all hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and air systems
• Set up and inspect molds of various sizes and complexities; clean, assemble, and prepare presses for production
• Install and remove auxiliary equipment (material dryers, shrink fixtures, hot stamp machines, conveyors, sprue separators, etc.)
• Perform preventive maintenance and lubrication routines to extend equipment life
• Assist in developing and updating blueprints and equipment records
• Support training of other maintenance and production staff
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and comply with all safety procedures (LOTO, PPE, 5S)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Experience with injection molding machinery and robotics strongly preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with CMMS systems
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks (bending, kneeling, climbing ladders)
• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement

Additional Information

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• You must be willing and able to work any shift
• You must be willing to work Saturday and Sunday
• Overtime is mandatory and is a condition of employment
• You must take a written assessment of mechanical and electrical aptitude

About the Plant
Our Florence, Kentucky Components Plant manufactures PowerFrame® grids and battery components used in millions of vehicles worldwide. Opened in 1978, the facility employs over 150 people and operates six days per week. We take pride in our strong community partnerships and commitment to safety and innovation.
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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