What You Will Do
The focus of the maintenance team is to keep equipment in the RDC fully operational. The Maintenance Mechanic I is a knowledgeable repair person with exposure to and experience with RDC systems and
building components. The Maintenance Mechanic I has specialist knowledge and complex repair capability in one of the following areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building. In addition, the individual in this role has general knowledge and basic repair capability in the other two areas outside his/her specialty. In all instances, the Maintenance Mechanic I has sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge to safely and independently repair equipment in the RDC. The Maintenance Mechanic I is able to integrate his/her trade skills, classroom knowledge, and systems experience to recognize and diagnose equipment issues, determine the type of repair needed, prioritize and plan the work, obtain or order the appropriate spare parts, and execute the repair. This individual is capable of mentoring a Maintenance Utility, but also seeks assistance from a Maintenance Mechanic II or the Maintenance Supervisor, when needed.
What We're Looking For
- Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility.
- Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
- Requires on-call support.
- Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
- Must be able to use tools and complete maintenance related tasks that require fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- Must be able to work safely with corrosive materials and at heights of 20+ feet.
- Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
What You Need To Succeed Minimum Qualifications
- Possess a valid state driver’s license
- 2 years of experience in her/his specialty area
- Combination of experience and/or technical training in electrical/electronic theory ranging up to 600 volts systems (or willingness to obtain appropriate training within 1 year of employment)
- If required by local regulations, certified to perform work at the Maintenance Mechanic level (such as electrical work in the state of Oregon)
- Proven record of complying with safety requirements
- Able to see objects and discriminate color
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or technical school graduate
- Experience and/or certification with welding and fabrication
- Certification for electrical work and/or high voltage work
- Experience operating various maintenance and operations vehicles and equipment
- Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and other technical drawings
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.
