Mechanic II - Weekend Nights

Lowe's Home Centers•Minersville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic II helps keep equipment in Lowe’s Regional Distribution Center (RDC) fully operational. This experienced repair professional has specialist knowledge and complex repair capability in two of the following areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems, along with general knowledge and basic repair capability in the remaining area. The role requires sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge to repair RDC equipment safely and independently. The Mechanic II diagnoses equipment issues, determines and prioritizes repairs, plans work, obtains or orders spare parts, and completes repairs. The role also mentors Utility and Maintenance Mechanic I associates and seeks assistance from the Maintenance Supervisor when needed. The Mechanic II performs and documents repairs, preventive maintenance, and facility projects; follows safety precautions, including lock-out/tag-out and appropriate use of PPE; and coordinates work with teammates and other shifts. The position also supports training and team development and may assist with changing equipment batteries.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
General studies or technical school graduate, or equivalent years of experience in lieu of the education requirement where applicable.
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 (51–599 volts) and above.
Valid state driver’s license.
If required by local regulations, certification to perform work at a Senior Mechanic level, such as electrical work in Oregon.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or certification in welding and fabrication.
Experience operating various 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 appropriate certifications required by state and local regulations.
Determine task safety precautions and requirements; plan tasks and coordinate a team when necessary.
Prepare worksites and perform lock-out/tag-out procedures.
Gather tools and spare parts, inspect tools before use, use tools safely, and wear appropriate PPE.
Evaluate equipment condition, identify required spare parts and repair effort, recognize potential future breakdowns, and take preventive action.
Execute repairs, oversee work by less experienced mechanics, and provide mentoring as appropriate.
Seek guidance from the Maintenance Supervisor when needed and leave worksites in good condition.
Return unused spare parts and document equipment condition, work performed, parts used, and other applicable information.
Enter data in 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 updates for tasks spanning shifts.
Communicate positively and effectively with maintenance customers.
Plan and perform assigned preventive maintenance, including leading teams and reviewing associates’ workmanship.
Plan and execute projects supporting facility operations.
Mentor Utility and Maintenance Mechanics and use them as assistants when appropriate.
Serve as a specialist in two of the following areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems; diagnose, plan, and repair complex failures in specialty areas with minimal supervisor guidance.
Diagnose, plan, and perform basic repairs outside the specialty areas.
Attend scheduled training, develop skills in specialty areas, and build working knowledge of repair methods in other maintenance areas.
Perform additional tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Provide additional training to maintenance team associates as required.
Assist with changing batteries in equipment.