Lakeshore Learning Materials
Maintenance Mechanic, 2nd Shift (On-site)
Lakeshore Learning Materials, Midway, Kentucky, United States, 40347
Maintenance Mechanic, 2nd Shift (On-site)
Company Description
At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. We are building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data‑driven decision‑making and using technology to improve efficiency. We invest in a diverse team committed to curiosity, risk‑taking, and growth.
Job Description
We are currently searching for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to work full‑time at our distribution center in Midway, KY. Primary responsibilities include preventive maintenance and repair of facility infrastructure—plumbing, electrical, utilities, structural and material‑handling equipment. This position also performs project management on all facility and material‑handling equipment components. The role works the second shift (Monday‑Friday, 3:00 pm‑11:30 pm).
A day at Lakeshore looks like this:
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on the facility’s conveyor system using industry‑accepted procedures, plans and manuals.
Conduct maintenance and troubleshoot basic electrical and mechanical problems related to all material‑handling equipment and components.
Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, and motor starters.
Repair and maintain the facility’s material handling, racking and shelving.
Perform routine maintenance on the facility infrastructure.
Maintain dock levelers and overhead doors.
Ensure forklift batteries have appropriate water levels and are charged timely and correctly.
Assist and support janitorial duties as required.
Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Loss and Prevention and Safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a warehouse environment or equivalent training and experience.
Forklift‑certified or willingness to acquire certification; knowledge of forklift repair and troubleshooting is a plus.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools effectively.
Comfortable working in conditions that may include small spaces, dust, fumes, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside, noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours, and wet or uneven surfaces.
Able to work at elevated heights.
Willingness to perform limited overtime, including weekends and off‑shift hours.
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
Additional Information
Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, and bonus‑eligible.
Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding.
Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA.
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest.
Generous employee discount.
Casual dress…and we really mean it.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal opportunity.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Distribution
Industry
Consumer Goods
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At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. We are building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data‑driven decision‑making and using technology to improve efficiency. We invest in a diverse team committed to curiosity, risk‑taking, and growth.
Job Description
We are currently searching for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to work full‑time at our distribution center in Midway, KY. Primary responsibilities include preventive maintenance and repair of facility infrastructure—plumbing, electrical, utilities, structural and material‑handling equipment. This position also performs project management on all facility and material‑handling equipment components. The role works the second shift (Monday‑Friday, 3:00 pm‑11:30 pm).
A day at Lakeshore looks like this:
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on the facility’s conveyor system using industry‑accepted procedures, plans and manuals.
Conduct maintenance and troubleshoot basic electrical and mechanical problems related to all material‑handling equipment and components.
Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, and motor starters.
Repair and maintain the facility’s material handling, racking and shelving.
Perform routine maintenance on the facility infrastructure.
Maintain dock levelers and overhead doors.
Ensure forklift batteries have appropriate water levels and are charged timely and correctly.
Assist and support janitorial duties as required.
Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Loss and Prevention and Safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a warehouse environment or equivalent training and experience.
Forklift‑certified or willingness to acquire certification; knowledge of forklift repair and troubleshooting is a plus.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools effectively.
Comfortable working in conditions that may include small spaces, dust, fumes, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside, noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours, and wet or uneven surfaces.
Able to work at elevated heights.
Willingness to perform limited overtime, including weekends and off‑shift hours.
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
Additional Information
Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, and bonus‑eligible.
Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding.
Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA.
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest.
Generous employee discount.
Casual dress…and we really mean it.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal opportunity.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Distribution
Industry
Consumer Goods
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