Performance Instructor-Wknds

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement account with company

Lowe’s Associate Discount

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. in East Hartford, CT is hiring a BDC Performance Instructor to train new hires and lead department coaching in a fast-paced distribution center environment.

You will deliver formal training on best methods and equipment, uphold a culture of safety, and support special projects under DC leadership. When not training, you’ll perform standard warehouse tasks and may be considered for future advancement to Coach, with eligibility for the Performance Team Member Bonus based on

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. and work in a distribution/warehouse environment.
• Experience training others and operating power equipment (forklift, reach truck, yard truck).
• Proven safety compliance record; basic math and reading comprehension; reliable on-the-job contributions.
• Ability to work independently or with a team; basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Lead new hire training and department coaching on best methods.
• Teach safety culture and maintain a safe working environment for associates.
• Perform standard functions when not training and participate in special projects under DC leadership.
• Opportunity for future advancement to Coach through development roles.

Skills

Training others

Power equipment operation

Safety compliance

Math & reading comprehension

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified as industrial powered equipment trainer

Job description

What You Will Do

The BDC Performance Instructor (PI) is a DC Operations Team Member position designed to be the primary department trainer. This includes new hire training, best methods/job function training, equipment training, and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Operations Manager and department Coach. When not performing as a PI, this individual performs normal on-standard functions or participates in assigned special projects under the direction of DC leadership. When performing normal on-standard functions, this role is eligible for the Performance Team Member Bonus. The Performance Instructor must be able to teach others and maintain a culture of safety among associates to achieve a safe working environment. In addition, the Performance Instructor may be leveraged as a development role for future advancement to Coach.

What We’re Looking For

Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility. Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility. Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment. Minimally must be able to lift 40 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

What You Need To Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Experience training others
• Experience operating power equipment (e.g., forklift, reach truck, yard truck)
• Proven record of complying with safety requirements
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills
• Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team
• Basic computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Certified as industrial powered equipment trainer
• Leadership experience with or without direct report responsibility
• Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
• Experience troubleshooting warehouse management system issues
• Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively
• Bi-lingual skills helpful, if applicable to the facility

Pay Range: $21.70 - $26.40 per hour

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Associate Benefits (https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/joining-our-team)

• Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible full-time and part-time associates, tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health, vision and dental insurance to paid vacation, tuition assistance and parental and family-building benefits. Plus, we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals.
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off based on role, tenure, and locality, including vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer time
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 401(k) Retirement account with company match
• Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services and no-cost counseling for all kinds of needs
• Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
• Business Travel Accident insurance
• Maternity and Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Lowe’s Associate Discount and broad discount platform
• Other discretionary benefits (based on eligibility) include annual bonuses, enrollment in Lowe’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan, and grant awards

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than$86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based inMooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. 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.