Maintenance Mechanic III – Conveyor & Warehouse Systems

Columbia Sportswear Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III at our Portland Distribution Center to sustain and repair warehouse equipment, focusing on conveyors and sorter systems. Responsibilities include motors, lighting, plumbing, and general facility upkeep to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires 5–7 years of warehouse maintenance experience, strong safety knowledge, and basic computer skills to document activities.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience maintaining warehouse equipment.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols including lockout/tagout and emergency procedures.
• Intermediate computer skills and ability to document maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on warehouse and office equipment, including conveyors, forklifts, racking, lighting, fire protection, and plumbing systems.
• Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance activities.
• Complete tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager in a safe and timely manner.
• Occasionally perform light janitorial duties and other facility-related tasks.
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Foster open, positive communication across departments to support smooth operations.

Skills

Conveyors

Forklifts

Lighting systems

Fire protection

Plumbing

Mechanical aptitude

Lockout/Tagout

Safety procedures

Communication

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Columbia Sportswear Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III at our Portland Distribution Center to sustain and repair warehouse equipment, focusing on conveyors and sorter systems. Responsibilities include motors, lighting, plumbing, and general facility upkeep to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires 5–7 years of warehouse maintenance experience, strong safety knowledge, and basic computer skills to document activities.