Mechanic 1

Wayfair; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 43,394; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Safety First Culture

Job summary

Wayfair is seeking a Mechanic I in Romeoville, IL to maintain material handling equipment and ensure safety within the warehouse. The ideal candidate will possess mechanical, electrical, and basic carpentry skills to minimize downtime through preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k) matching, and growth opportunities for career advancement within the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in industrial maintenance.
• Proficient using hand & power tools and electrical testing equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and diagnose issues on conveyor systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned assets.
• Conduct general building maintenance including carpentry.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Basic Carpentry

Mechanical Knowledge

Electrical Testing

Physical Capability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Power Tools

CMMS Software

Job description

Mechanic I

Location: Romeoville, IL | Department: Warehouse Operations | Job Type: Full-time | Pay: $30.00 - $31.50

About the Role

The Mechanic I is a highly self-motivated, customer-centric team player responsible for maintaining material handling equipment and ensuring proper working order and safe operating conditions within the warehouse. You possess basic carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and janitorial experience to assist in day-to-day operations. This role is essential for minimizing downtime by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting various systems, and responding to emergency repairs.

Why Join Our Team

• Competitive Pay: The listed pay rate/range is just the start with potential for OT, shift differential, and bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Potential for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off based on role type.
• Safety First Culture: We are relentlessly focused on a safe work environment for all employees.
• Growth Opportunities: We value data-driven decisions and promote from within, offering clear paths for career advancement in operations, team leadership, and management.

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Troubleshoot, repair, and diagnose basic and complex issues on conveyor material handling systems, sorters, unloaders, dock doors, dock levelers, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire protection systems. Perform emergency repairs, including diagnosing problems and dispatching appropriate vendors as necessary.
• Preventative Maintenance (PMs): Perform PMs on all assigned assets (PIVs, sorters, conveyors, unloaders, dock doors, electrical panels, etc.) according to manufacturer standards and established schedules. Maintain and ensure the proper working order of Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs).
• Facilities & Projects: Conduct general building maintenance, including basic carpentry (painting, drywall), plumbing, and cleaning. Responsible for facilities projects as directed by the Supervisor.
• Equipment Operation: Work regularly on aerial platform lifts, boom/snorkel lifts, and powered industrial trucks (reach, order picker, stand up, pallet runners, stock chaser, etc.).
• Compliance & Documentation: Adhere strictly to all OSHA, state, and local compliance laws, including proper Lockout/Tagout procedures. Complete work orders, records, logs, and other written or computer-based documents (e.g., CMMS software) accurately and timely.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience & Certifications: Minimum 1 year experience in industrial maintenance or relevant certification(s) is required. Experience with basic carpentry, painting, drywall, cleaning, and basic maintenance is required.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient using hand & power tools and electrical testing equipment, including PLC systems. Proficient using computer systems and CMMS software is required.
• Equipment Knowledge (Preferred): Experienced safely using warehouse equipment such as order pickers, pallet jacks, forklifts, and aerial lifts.
• Work Environment: Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment that can be noisy and have low lighting levels. Must be flexible on working hours and willing to work scheduled & unscheduled overtime.
• Physical Capability: Must be comfortable repeatedly lifting up to 75 lbs unassisted. Ability to regularly bend, lift, stretch, crawl, and reach. Ability to access all areas of the building by climbing ladders and gangways safely and without limitation.
• Safety: Will be required to wear applicable personal protective equipment, including arc flash protection and safety shoes. Must be a safety conscious, motivated, and detail oriented self-starter.
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent is a plus.

Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities

Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. As part of this commitment, Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.