Mechanic I Day

Pittston, PA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

employee discount

Training and development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a leading FORTUNE 100 home improvement company with a remarkable fiscal 2025 sales record exceeding $86 billion. With a workforce of approximately 300,000 associates, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches, and 130 distribution centers throughout the United States. The company is headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, and is dedicated to supporting the communities it serves through a variety of programs. These initiatives focus on creating safe and affordable housing, enhancing community spaces, developing the next generation of skilled trade experts, and providing disaster relief to impacted areas. Lowe's commitment to these causes not only highlights the company's dedication to social responsibility but also strengthens its reputation as an employer that values community and growth. More information about the company is available at Lowes.com.

The role of Maintenance Mechanic I at Lowe's is critical for maintaining the operational efficiency and safety of equipment in the Regional Distribution Centers (RDCs). This position requires a specialized knowledge base, with the candidate possessing expertise in one of three key areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building maintenance. Furthermore, Maintenance Mechanic I also maintains a general understanding and basic repair skills in the other two areas, which ensures comprehensive coverage of maintenance responsibilities across the RDC. With sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge, the professional will independently perform repairs while ensuring adherence to safety standards. This role demands the integration of practical trade skills, theoretical knowledge gained through training, and hands-on experience with RDC systems. Maintenance Mechanic I is expected to recognize and diagnose equipment issues accurately, plan and prioritize repair tasks, procure appropriate spare parts, and execute repairs efficiently. Additionally, mentoring responsibilities include guiding Maintenance Utility personnel and collaborating with Maintenance Mechanic II or the Maintenance Supervisor when advanced assistance is required. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic maintenance team that upholds operational excellence, safety, and reliability within a well-established and community-focused organization.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or GED
2 years of experience in his/her specialty area
combination of experience and/or technical training in electrical/electronic theory up to 600 volts systems or willingness to obtain appropriate training within 1 year of employment
valid state driver’s license
if required by local regulations, certified to perform work at the Maintenance Mechanic level

Job Qualifications

high school diploma or GED
general studies or technical school graduate or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement
2 years of experience in his/her specialty area
combination of experience and/or technical training in electrical/electronic theory ranging up to 600 volts systems or willingness to obtain appropriate training within 1 year of employment
valid state driver’s license
if required by local regulations, certified to perform work at the Maintenance Mechanic level
experience and/or certification with 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

Job Duties

maintains appropriate certification as required by state and local regulations
determines safety precautions and requirements for task
prepares worksite
performs lock-out/tag-out
gathers tools and spare parts for task
uses tools safely
checks condition of tools prior to using
uses appropriate personal protective equipment
evaluates condition of equipment
determines spare parts needed and repair effort required
recognizes potential for breakdown in near future and takes pre-emptive action
plans work and executes task
mentors maintenance utility
uses these associates as assistant if appropriate
seeks assistance from a more experienced mechanic if needed
leaves worksite in good condition
turns in unused spare parts
documents condition of equipment as found
work performed
spare parts used
and any other applicable information
enters data into 7I system (computerized maintenance management system)
closes out work orders and preventative maintenance requests
informs next shift of remaining work
provides status of incomplete tasks bridging the two shifts
demonstrates positive and effective communications with maintenance customers
serves as an expert in two of the following specialty areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building
within specialty areas: diagnoses, plans, and repairs complex equipment failures with minimal guidance from maintenance mechanic II and supervisors
outside of specialty areas: diagnoses, plans, and executes basic repairs
attends and participate 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 including conveyor systems, controls, and subsystems
industrial electrical systems
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
performs additional tasks as assigned by maintenance supervisor
provides additional training to maintenance utility as required
assists with changing batteries in equipment