Mechanic II
Lowe's
Shippensburg, PA, 17257, USA
Shippensburg, PA, 17257, USA
- Warehouse
- Full-time
- maintenance mechanic
- industrial machinery repair
- conveyor maintenance
The Mechanic II at Lowe's is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a distribution center, specializing in at least two areas such as conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems. This role involves independent troubleshooting, planning repairs, mentoring junior mechanics, and ensuring safety compliance. The position requires mechanical and electrical expertise and contributes to smooth supply chain operations and a safe workplace environment.
Your Impact at Lowe's
As a maintenance Mechanic II, you play an important role in keeping our distribution center operational. By quickly and independently fixing equipment issues in different areas, you'll help maintain a seamless flow of goods and keep our supply chain running.
Your adaptable skills, combined with the ability to guide others, directly contribute to the overall efficiency of our distribution center teams. Your impact is not just about repairs it's about creating a safe and productive environment for your fellow team members. With your seasoned expertise and leadership, you'll also mentor other mechanics and utility team members, ensuring our workforce is equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their roles.
How We Support You
As an industry leader, we invest in the people and technology needed to grow and win as a team.
Your Day at Lowe's
As a maintenance Mechanic II, you'll use your specialized expertise to handle complex repairs in at least two of the following areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building. Armed with sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge, you will independently diagnose, prioritize, plan, and execute repairs. You will also be expected to collaborate with colleagues, provide mentorship for Utility or Mechanic I team members, and communicate with management or leadership when needed.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Schedule Requirements
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com
As a maintenance Mechanic II, you play an important role in keeping our distribution center operational. By quickly and independently fixing equipment issues in different areas, you'll help maintain a seamless flow of goods and keep our supply chain running.
Your adaptable skills, combined with the ability to guide others, directly contribute to the overall efficiency of our distribution center teams. Your impact is not just about repairs it's about creating a safe and productive environment for your fellow team members. With your seasoned expertise and leadership, you'll also mentor other mechanics and utility team members, ensuring our workforce is equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their roles.
How We Support You
As an industry leader, we invest in the people and technology needed to grow and win as a team.
- Safety: Our commitment to safety is a key factor that attracts skilled mechanics to our team. We encourage our mechanics to take their time with their work, prioritize their physical health and safety, and take pride in keeping our facilities clean, well-maintained, and adhering to safety regulations.
- Culture of Belonging: Our teams enjoy a positive work environment where leaders support and respect you, and associates genuinely appreciate each other.
- Financial Future: We invest in you own part of the company with our optional Employee Stock Purchase Plan, or participate in our matching 401k plan.
- Bonus Potential: When we win, you win. We award front line workers discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses when we succeed.
- Health and Wellbeing: We offer paid time off for vacations, holidays and sick time, as well as access to top-tier medical, dental and vision insurance.
Your Day at Lowe's
As a maintenance Mechanic II, you'll use your specialized expertise to handle complex repairs in at least two of the following areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building. Armed with sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge, you will independently diagnose, prioritize, plan, and execute repairs. You will also be expected to collaborate with colleagues, provide mentorship for Utility or Mechanic I team members, and communicate with management or leadership when needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintains appropriate certification as required by state and local regulations.
- Ensures safety in all tasks: determines safety precautions, prepares worksite, performs lock-out/tag-out, and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Plans and executes maintenance tasks: evaluates equipment condition, determines repair needs, gathers necessary tools and parts, and performs repairs or preventive maintenance.
- Leads and mentors team members: coordinates team efforts, oversees work of less experienced mechanics, and provides training as needed.
- Maintains accurate documentation: records equipment condition, work performed, parts used, and enters data into the computerized maintenance management system.
- Develops expertise in specific areas: serves as an expert in at least two specialty areas (such as conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems) while maintaining proficiency in basic repairs across all areas.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possess a valid state driver's license
- 4 years of Maintenance experience
- 2 Years experience in each of your two specialty areas
- Experience repairing and providing technical training in standard electrical/electronic voltages (51-599) volt systems and above
- Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds; up to 70 pounds.
- Must be able to work safely with corrosive materials and at heights of 20+ feet.
- If required by local regulations, certified to perform work at the Maintenance Mechanic level (such as electrical work in the state of Oregon)
- Proven record of following safety requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Able to see objects and discriminate color
- Experience and/or certification with welding and fabrication
- Experience operating various maintenance and operations vehicles and equipment
- Demonstrated track record of addressing equipment/system irregularities in your specialty area, consequently avoiding, or reducing equipment/system failures and down time
- Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and other technical drawings
Schedule Requirements
- Requires on-call support.
- Available to work a set schedule that may be changed by management based on the facility's needs.
- Available to work morning, afternoon, night, or weekends depending on shift and overtime based on the facility's needs.
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com
Lowes is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.Required
Preferred
Job Industries
- Warehouse & Production
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