REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet. 

Sunday-Wednesday, 1:00PM-11:30PM $25.85 - $31.01 per hour (Plus shift differential 7%) 

The Distribution Center Mechanic contributes to REI’s success by ensuring equipment repairs and maintenance are accomplished to support the Co-op’s business initiatives and priorities. This role handles scheduling, diagnosing, performing and documenting preventative maintenance, repairs and adjustments. Provides backup for Facilities Maintenance functions requiring equipment maintenance and repairs. The DC Mechanic should model and act under REI’s guiding values and mission. DC Mechanic can expect to do the following on a daily basis: 

• Performs preventative maintenance and repair of DC equipment such as conveyors, scales, carousel systems, compactors, flow racks, pallet racks, shelving systems, pallet jacks, floor sweepers, order picking carts, batteries, chargers, and safety equipment; adjusts or repairs equipment; replaces and lubricates parts as needed.
• Develops and maintains service records, including scheduled and actual maintenance; documents repair date, required repairs, parts or inventory souring, and cost.
• Coordinates with DC supervisors, managers, vendors and contractors for the scheduling of repair and maintenance services.
• Maintains appropriate inventory and supplies; help in purchasing; orders, stocks, and documents inventory.
• Backup for building maintenance; troubleshoots, repairs or replaces parts and equipment such as lights, ballasts, switches, outlets, fixtures, plumbing, HVAC systems; performs miscellaneous carpentry, painting, and janitorial duties as necessary.
• Maintains ongoing relationships and serves as member on various committees to represent departmental and/or overall company interests; communicates company needs and expectations internally or externally; provides review, input and recommendations as appropriate.

Bring your passion and expertise:

Skills and experience we look for in our Distribution Center Mechanics:

• 2+ years of journey level experience as an industrial mechanic, industrial electrician, conveyor installer or equivalent.
• Experience managing parts inventory preferred.
• Knowledge of conveyor systems, control panels, relays and sensing devices preferred.
• Ability to operate a personal computer to track parts inventory.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you're backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.  

Pay Transparency

We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors.   

REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off.  Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.