Mechanic 1

Location: Port Wentworth, Georgia, United States

Department: Warehouse

Team: Distribution & Warehousing

Pay: base pay for this position is $29.55 per hour

About the Role

Wayfair is seeking a Mechanic 1 to join our Warehouse team in Port Wentworth, Georgia, with a competitive base pay of $29.55 per hour. As a key member of the Distribution team, you will maintain and repair material handling equipment in our asset-based warehouses to uphold best-in-class delivery standards, reduce damage, and accelerate customer deliveries in the furniture and home goods space. This role is essential to our growing logistics network, ensuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through proactive maintenance in a fast-paced environment. In this position, you will diagnose mechanical issues, perform repairs on forklifts, conveyors, and other warehouse equipment, and collaborate with operations teams to minimize downtime. The role demands hard-working individuals who thrive in collaborative settings, adhere to strict safety protocols, and contribute to Wayfair's mission of delighting customers with reliable, speedy service. Join our professional home at Wayfair and help build the future of logistics excellence. This opportunity offers robust benefits, career advancement in warehouse operations, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic distribution center focused on innovation and repeat business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on warehouse material handling equipment including forklifts and conveyors
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in a fast-paced logistics environment
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and support high-volume order fulfillment
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure compliance with Wayfair's delivery standards and safety regulations
• Collaborate with warehouse operations team to maintain asset-based physical warehouses
• Respond to emergency breakdowns to reduce damage and speed up deliveries
• Document all maintenance activities and parts usage for inventory tracking
• Support the expansion of Wayfair's best-in-class logistics network
• Adhere to all safety protocols to protect team members and assets

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and parts up to 50 lbs
• Availability for rotating shifts including nights and weekends
• Basic knowledge of warehouse material handling equipment
• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical issues
• Commitment to safety protocols in logistics operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a mechanic in a warehouse or distribution center
• Certification in forklift or equipment maintenance
• Familiarity with Wayfair's logistics network
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs

Required Skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Electrical systems knowledge
• Hydraulic repair expertise
• Forklift and conveyor maintenance
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Safety compliance
• Fast-paced environment adaptability
• Team collaboration
• Problem-solving under pressure
• Tool and parts inventory management
• Technical documentation
• Physical stamina for warehouse work
• Attention to detail
• Customer-focused mindset
• Logistics operations understanding

Benefits

• Competitive base pay of $29.55 per hour
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Employee discount on Wayfair products
• Career growth opportunities in logistics and operations
• On-site training and certification programs
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives

Wayfair is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.