Maintenance Mechanic

Warby Parker is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in the Sloatsburg Optical Lab. In this position, you will learn the intricacies of maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing essential production and facility support equipment-responsibilities that require analysis and the use of razor-sharp judgment. The Maintenance Mechanic will also oversee, work with and train Apprentices. Sounds like your cup of tea (or coffee, or yerba mate)? Keep reading!

What you'll do:

Ensure our equipment is running at its best possible performance level (preventing unplanned downtime)

• Observe all company policies, rules, and safety practices, including lockout tagout protocols

• Actively pursue and learn the technology and functionality of the production equipment, processes, parts, and tools

• Test operation of machines periodically, fix issues that might occur during the shift, and perform preventative maintenance work on designated equipment

• Communicate equipment status to coworkers, management, and equipment manufacturers, as needed

• Oversee, work with, and train Apprentices

Who You Are:

• Equipped with a high school education or equivalent

• Backed by 2 years or more of experience in maintenance or related experience

• Comfortable tackling problems head-on and adapting to shifting priorities

• A motivated self-starter with a no-task-too-small approach and strong attention to detail

• A strategic big-picture thinker who is also highly detail-oriented

• A team player who communicates well-clearly, kindly, often-within our department and across the company

• Able to lift 50 pounds, stand and walk for up to 8-10 hours, and complete physically demanding tasks

Extra credit:

• Previous experience working in the maintenance industry

• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment, tools, and programs

• Skilled in Google Suite

Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Flexible vacation policy

• Paid Holidays

• Retirement savings plan with a company match

• Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)

• Short-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Bereavement Support

• Education Reimbursement

• Free eyewear

• And more (just ask!)