Your Impact
The focus of the maintenance team is to keep equipment in the Regional Distribution Center (RDC) fully operational. The RDC Maintenance Mechanic II is a knowledgeable repair person with exposure to and experience with RDC systems and building components. The Maintenance Mechanic II has specialist knowledge and complex repair capability in two of the following areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building. In addition, the individual in this role has general knowledge and basic repair capability in the other area outside her/his specialty. In all instances, the Maintenance Mechanic II has sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge to safely and independently repair equipment in the RDC. The Maintenance Mechanic II is able to integrate her/his trade skills, classroom knowledge, and systems experience to recognize and diagnose equipment issues, determine the type of repair needed, prioritize and plan the work, obtain or order the appropriate spare parts, and execute the repair. This person is capable of mentoring a Utility and Maintenance Mechanic I, but also seeks assistance from the Maintenance Supervisor, when needed.
What you will do
Maintains appropriate certification as required by state and local regulationsDetermines safety precautions and requirements for taskPlans task and coordinates team, if necessaryPrepares worksite; performs lock-out/tag-outGathers tools and spare parts for taskUses tools safely; checks condition of tools prior to using; uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)Evaluates condition of equipment; determines spare parts needed and repair effort required; recognizes potential for breakdown in near future and takes pre-emptive actionExecutes the task; oversees work performed by less experienced mechanics and mentors as necessarySeeks guidance from the Maintenance Supervisor if neededLeaves worksite in good conditionTurns in unused spare partsDocuments condition of equipment as found, work performed, spare parts used, and any other applicable informationEnters data into 7I system (computerized maintenance management system); closes out work orders and Preventative Maintenance (PM) requestsInforms next shift of remaining workProvides status of incomplete tasks bridging the two shiftsDemonstrates positive and effective communications with maintenance customersPlans and executes scheduled preventive maintenance tasks as assigned, including leading a team performing preventive maintenance tasks and reviewing the quality/workmanship of associatesPlans and executes projects in support of facility operationsPlans work and executes tasks, determines spare parts needed and repair effort requiredMentors Utilities and Maintenance Mechanics; uses these associates as assistants if appropriateCloses out work orders and Preventive Maintenance (PM) requestsServes as an expert in two of the following specialty areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or buildingWithin specialty areas: diagnoses, plans, and repairs complex equipment failures with minimal guidance from SupervisorsOutside of specialty areas: diagnoses, plans, and executes basic repairsAttends and participates in training as scheduled; continues to increase skill in his/her specialty area and learns and develops a working knowledge of the repair methods for the other work areas. These areas include the following maintenance systems:Conveyor systems, controls, and subsystems (including PLC, as assigned),Industrial Electrical Systems,Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC),Fire Suppression systems,Welding and Fabrication,Plumbing and Carpentry (Physical plant-type construction and repairs),Fork Lift and Material Handling systems, including subsystems and components of the equipment,Preventive maintenance technologies;Note: Some states have specific regulations concerning this type of work, and those regulations supersede the training noted here if applicableAdditional Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms additional tasks as assigned by Maintenance SupervisorProvides additional training to other associates on the maintenance team as requiredAssists with changing batteries in equipmentIndividual Contributor
Required Qualifications:
High School or GED General Studies or technical school graduate and 3-5 Years 4 Years of Maintenance experience1-2 Years 2 Years of Experience in each of her/his two specialty areasExperience repairing and providing technical training in standard electrical/electronic voltages (51-599) volt systems and aboveDL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State valid state driver’s licenseIf required by local regulations, certified to perform work at a Senior Mechanic level (such as electrical work in the state of Oregon)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience and/or certification with welding and fabricationExperience operating various maintenance and operations vehicles and equipmentExperience reading blueprints, schematics, and other technical drawingsCertification for electrical work and/or high voltage work
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.
Lowe’s 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.