Mechanic II

Lowe's Home Centers•Suffolk, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a maintenance Mechanic II at Lowe’s, you help keep a distribution center operational by independently diagnosing and repairing equipment issues across different areas. You handle complex repairs in at least two specialty areas—conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems—and maintain proficiency in basic repairs across all areas. The role requires sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge to assess, prioritize, plan, and complete repairs and preventive maintenance. You also coordinate and mentor Utility and Mechanic I team members, communicate with management or leadership as needed, and contribute to a safe, productive workplace. The schedule listed is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position requires on-call support and availability for schedules that management may change to meet facility needs, including morning, afternoon, night, or weekend shifts and overtime. Work conditions vary by location and may include indoor and outdoor environments, extreme heat or cold, wet or humid conditions, wind or drafts, noise, and moving or shaking equipment. The role involves lifting, with single lifts limited to 70 pounds under the stated guidelines; team lifts or powered equipment are used as appropriate. Lowe’s describes benefits for eligible associates that include health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings with company match, education support, and other programs. Pay is listed at $27.25–$33.80 per hour; starting pay may vary based on factors including position, location, education, training, and experience.

Requirements

Valid state driver’s license.
Four years of maintenance experience.
Two years of experience in each of two specialty areas.
Experience repairing and providing technical training in standard electrical/electronic voltage systems of 51–599 volts and above.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds, with lifting needs up to 70 pounds.
Ability to work safely with corrosive materials and at heights of 20 feet or more.
Certification to perform work at the Maintenance Mechanic level if required by local regulations.
A proven record of following safety requirements.
Availability for on-call support and a set schedule that may be changed by management, including possible morning, afternoon, night, weekend, and overtime work.

Nice To Haves

Ability to see objects and discriminate color.
Welding and fabrication experience and/or certification.
Experience operating maintenance and operations vehicles and equipment.
A demonstrated record of addressing equipment or system irregularities in a specialty area to avoid or reduce failures and downtime.
Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and other technical drawings.

Responsibilities

Maintain certifications required by state and local regulations.
Determine safety precautions, prepare worksites, perform lockout/tagout, and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Evaluate equipment condition, determine repair needs, gather tools and parts, and perform repairs or preventive maintenance.
Coordinate team efforts, oversee less-experienced mechanics, and provide training and mentorship as needed.
Record equipment condition, work performed, and parts used, and enter information into the computerized maintenance management system.
Develop expertise in at least two specialty areas, such as conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems, while maintaining proficiency in basic repairs across all areas.
Provide on-call support and work assigned shifts, weekends, or overtime as facility needs require.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, sick time, and volunteer time, based on role, tenure, and locality
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) retirement account with company match
Employee Assistance Program, including work/life services and no-cost counseling
Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
Business travel accident insurance
Maternity and parental leave
Adoption assistance
Lowe’s associate discount and discount platform
Potential annual bonuses
Optional Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Deferred compensation plan and grant awards, based on eligibility
Learning and development opportunities
Profit-sharing bonuses, when awarded