Maintenance Mechanic I, Joppa - Full Time

Macy's • Joppa, MD

3h • $23 - $37

About The Position

As a Maintenance Mechanic I, you help keep warehouse operations running safely and efficiently through equipment checks, routine repairs, and facility support. The role provides hands-on experience with material handling equipment, facility systems, building structures, and powered industrial truck battery maintenance. You will handle routine tasks independently, work with the team on assigned projects, and help reduce equipment downtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of commercial or industrial maintenance experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, employment policies, and procedural manuals in English.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, customers, office staff, receiving teams, fleet maintenance administration, management, carriers, and drivers.
• Ability to add, subtract, and multiply using whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality, and ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing basic electrical tasks, including replacing motors, fuses, and switches.
• Experience repairing or maintaining powered industrial truck batteries, battery changers, facility sweepers, or automated warehouse equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair material handling equipment, conveyor systems, powered industrial truck batteries, battery changers, facility sweepers, and related warehouse equipment.
• Observe and listen to operating machines and equipment to diagnose malfunctions and determine whether adjustment or repair is needed.
• Dismantle, inspect, repair, replace, rebuild, assemble, and test equipment and mechanical parts to verify proper operation.
• Use shop tools, including grinders, drill presses, cutting torches, and welding equipment, to repair or join metal parts.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area and follow OSHA, state, local, and Macy’s Logistics Operations safety standards.
• Maintain equipment reliability and help reduce warehouse downtime.
• Follow maintenance safe work practices and promptly report issues to leadership.
• Partner with team members, supervisors, and operations teams on repairs, preventive maintenance, and assigned projects.
• Support an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships and authentic connections.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays
• Continuous learning and leadership development
• Colleague Resource Groups
• Volunteer opportunities
• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED