Maintenance Mechanic III -- Weekend Shift

Columbia Sportswear • Portland, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic III works at Columbia Sportswear’s Portland Distribution Center and helps keep facility operations running smoothly. The role maintains and repairs a range of warehouse and office equipment, with a focus on conveyor and sorter systems, and ensures equipment and facility systems such as motors, lighting, and plumbing are in good working order. The position follows a weekend schedule: Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM, and Monday and Tuesday, 5:50 AM–2:20 PM. A $1.50-per-hour shift differential is offered.

The role requires routine and preventive maintenance, detailed maintenance records, safe and timely completion of assigned work, and effective communication across departments. Occasional light janitorial and other facility-related tasks are included. The position involves regularly lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, climbing ladders, standing for extended periods, and moving throughout the facility.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience maintaining warehouse equipment.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols, including hazard communication, lockout/tagout, and emergency procedures.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, stand for long periods, and move freely throughout the facility.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage time and workload efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on warehouse and office equipment, including conveyors, forklifts, racking, lighting, fire protection, and plumbing systems.
• Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities.
• Complete tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager safely and in a timely manner.
• Occasionally perform light janitorial duties and other facility-related tasks.
• Foster open, positive communication across departments to support smooth operations.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
• Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services.
• Free, confidential, 24/7/365 EAP+ counseling services.
• Wellness benefits.
• Employee discounts.
• Time-off program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed