Mechanic I - Nights

Pittston, PA, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

employee discount

Training and development programs

Disability insurance

Job Description

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a leading FORTUNE 100 home improvement company renowned for providing exceptional products and services that help millions of customers enhance and maintain their homes. With more than 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches, and 130 distribution centers across the United States, Lowe's is a significant player in the retail home improvement industry. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, Lowe's operates with a mission to support the communities it serves through multiple initiatives including creating safe and affordable housing, improving community spaces, developing skilled trade professionals, and offering disaster relief. Employing approximately 300,000 associates nationwide, Lowe's emphasizes a culture of inclusion, safety, and ongoing development to ensure a positive working environment for its team members.

This particular opportunity is for the role of Maintenance Mechanic I within one of Lowe's Regional Distribution Centers (RDC). The Maintenance Mechanic I plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing equipment to ensure seamless operation and safety at the RDC. This is a hands-on position requiring a knowledgeable and experienced repair technician who specializes in one of three key areas: conveyors, rolling stock, or building systems. Individuals in this role are expected to have specialist knowledge and complex repair capabilities in their specialty area, as well as general knowledge and basic repair skills in the other two areas to maintain flexibility and adaptability on the job.

The Maintenance Mechanic I integrates their trade skills, classroom instruction, and practical systems experience to diagnose equipment issues effectively and determine appropriate repair actions. Their responsibilities include prioritizing and planning maintenance work, ordering necessary spare parts, and executing repairs independently and safely. Working closely with Maintenance Utility personnel, the Maintenance Mechanic I provides mentorship while also knowing when to seek guidance from more experienced Maintenance Mechanic II staff or supervisors.

The role demands proficiency in both electrical and mechanical systems with safety as a top priority, including adherence to lock-out/tag-out protocols and the use of personal protective equipment. Maintaining valid certifications and compliance with local and state regulations is essential. The Maintenance Mechanic I also participates in ongoing training and development to enhance skills within their specialty and to broaden expertise in other maintenance areas, including conveyor systems, industrial electrical systems, HVAC, fire suppression, welding, plumbing, carpentry, and material handling.

Beyond the technical aspects, this role requires excellent communication skills to effectively interact with maintenance customers and team members, documenting work accurately in computerized maintenance management systems, and ensuring all maintenance worksite procedures are followed and left in good order. Lowe’s supports the growth and advancement of their maintenance team by offering resources and training to develop expertise and contribute meaningfully to operational excellence within their distribution centers. This position offers the chance to be part of a diverse, community-oriented company with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements

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 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 experience
2 years of experience in specialty area
combination of experience and/or technical training in electrical/electronic theory up to 600 volts or willingness to obtain training within 1 year
valid state driver’s license
certification to perform work at Maintenance Mechanic level if required by local regulations
experience or certification with welding and fabrication preferred
experience operating various maintenance and operations vehicles and equipment preferred
experience reading blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings preferred
certification for electrical or high voltage work preferred

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 and takes pre-emptive action
plans work and executes task
mentors Maintenance Utility
uses these associates as assistants if appropriate
seeks assistance from 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 other applicable information
enters data into computerized maintenance management system
closes out work orders and preventative maintenance requests
informs next shift of remaining work
provides status of incomplete tasks bridging shifts
demonstrates positive and effective communications with maintenance customers
serves as expert in two specialty areas of conveyors, rolling stock, or building
diagnoses, plans, and repairs complex equipment failures with minimal guidance within specialty
executes basic repairs outside specialty
attends and participates in training to increase skills and knowledge of maintenance systems
performs additional tasks as assigned
provides additional training to Maintenance Utility
assists with changing batteries in equipment