Mechanic I - Weekends

Lowe's Companies, Inc.•North Vernon, IN

About The Position

The RDC Maintenance Mechanic I helps keep equipment in the RDC fully operational. This role has specialist knowledge and complex repair capability in a designated area—conveyors, rolling stock, or building—and general knowledge and basic repair capability in the other two areas. The mechanic uses electrical and mechanical knowledge to safely and independently diagnose equipment issues, determine and prioritize repairs, plan work, obtain or order spare parts, and complete repairs. The role may mentor Maintenance Utility associates and seeks assistance from a Maintenance Mechanic II or Maintenance Supervisor when needed. The mechanic maintains required certifications, follows task-specific safety requirements, prepares worksites and performs lock-out/tag-out, uses tools and personal protective equipment safely, and documents work and equipment condition. The role enters information into the 7I computerized maintenance management system, closes out work orders and preventive maintenance requests, and communicates outstanding work to the next shift. Training and continued development cover maintenance systems such as conveyors and controls, industrial electrical systems, HVAC, fire suppression, welding and fabrication, plumbing and carpentry, forklifts and material-handling systems, and preventive-maintenance technologies. Applicable state and local regulations supersede training guidance where required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED in General Studies, technical school graduation, or equivalent years of experience in lieu of the education requirement, if applicable.
Two years of experience in the specialty area.
Experience and/or technical training in electrical/electronic theory for systems up to 600 volts, or willingness to obtain appropriate training within one year of employment.
Valid state driver’s license.
Certification to perform work at the Maintenance Mechanic level if required by local regulations, such as electrical work in Oregon.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or certification in welding and fabrication.
Experience operating maintenance and operations vehicles and equipment.
Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and other technical drawings.
Certification for electrical work and/or high-voltage work.

Responsibilities

Maintain certifications required by state and local regulations.
Determine task safety precautions and requirements; prepare the worksite and perform lock-out/tag-out.
Gather tools and spare parts, check tool condition, use tools safely, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Evaluate equipment condition, identify needed spare parts and repair effort, and take pre-emptive action when a future breakdown is likely.
Plan and perform repair tasks.
Mentor Maintenance Utility associates and use them as assistants when appropriate.
Seek assistance from a more experienced mechanic when needed.
Leave the worksite in good condition and return unused spare parts.
Document equipment condition, work performed, spare parts used, and other applicable information.
Enter data into the 7I computerized maintenance management system and close out work orders and preventive maintenance requests.
Inform the next shift about remaining work and provide status on incomplete tasks crossing shifts.
Communicate positively and effectively with maintenance customers.
Diagnose, plan, and repair complex equipment failures in specialty areas with minimal guidance from Maintenance Mechanic II and supervisors.
Diagnose, plan, and perform basic repairs outside specialty areas.
Attend scheduled training, build skills in the specialty area, and develop working knowledge of repair methods in other maintenance areas.
Perform additional tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Provide additional training to Maintenance Utility associates as required.
Assist with changing equipment batteries.