Specialist, Wayfair Stores Facilities

Brief Overview of Position

Wayfair's Physical Retail team is reinventing the shopping experience for Home by curating our portfolio of
furniture, décor, housewares, and home improvement categories into one store- come be a part of it! We are
seeking a Facilities Specialist to help launch all facilities components and functions in the very first physical retail
store. What You'll Do: -Work independently and with little to no supervision to troubleshoot all conveyor material
handling systems, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire protection systems. -Execute departmental and
operational goals. -Assist in the design, layout, and reconfiguration of existing systems as necessary. -Utilize
CMMS system to create and maintain the work schedule and workflow. -Work regularly on aerial platform lifts,
boom/snorkel lift, and powered industrial trucks (reach, order picker, stand up, pallet runners, etc.). -Mentor
team members by motivating, providing guidance and direct feedback to help them achieve their goals and
improve individual performance. -Develop and maintain good working relationships across all levels of the
organization. -Responsible for keeping and maintaining tools, supplies, and a clean, organized work area. -Will
perform emergency repairs in high pressure circumstances. - Maintain company assets/equipment by performing
diligent preventative maintenance and routines

Location
Wilmette, IL

Essential Functions
• Proficient reading and comprehending electrical schematics and using associated tools such as volt/ohm
meter, etc. (120,240,480VAC, 24VDC).
• Ability to install, maintain, & troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo eyes,
motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, servo drives, frequency
inverters, linear drives, and encoders.
• Proficient using hand & power tools and electrical testing equipment including PLC systems.
• Experienced safely using warehouse equipment such as order pickers, pallet jacks, forklifts and aerial
lifts.
• Proficient using computer systems and CMMS software.
• Will be required to wear applicable personal protective equipment including arc flash protection and
safety shoes.
• Ability to regularly bend, lift, stretch, crawl and reach, engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and
wrists and stand and walk for long periods.
• May be required occasionally, to lift 0-75 lbs.
• Ability to access all areas of the building by climbing ladders and gangways safely and without limitation.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment that can be noisy and have a low lighting levels.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team and take directions.
• Must be a safety conscious, motivated, detail oriented, self-starter with a positive attitude.
• Must be flexible on working hours and willing to work night shifts including, scheduled & unscheduled
overtime.

Education Qualifications
• High School Diploma Req
Experience Qualifications
• 4-6 years Facilities maintenance Preferred
• Experience in retail Preferred
Skills and Abilities
• Reading blueprints (High proficiency)
• Knowledge of HVAC systems (High proficiency)
• Troubleshoot ALL systems (High proficiency)
• Communication skills (High proficiency)
• Problem solving (High proficiency)

• Knowledge of plumbing and wiring (High proficiency)
• Preventative maintenance (Medium proficiency)
• Attention to detail (High proficiency)
• Electrical systems (High proficiency)
• Time management (High proficiency)
Physical Demands
• Stationary Position - Constantly
• Move/Traverse - Constantly
• Stationary Position/Seated - Rarely
• Transport/Lifting - Constantly (75lbs)
• Transport/Carrying - Constantly (75lbs)
• Exerting Force/Pushing - Constantly (75lbs)
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Constantly (75lbs)
• Ascend/Descend - Constantly
• Balancing - Constantly
• Position Self/Stooping - Constantly
• Position Self/Kneeling - Constantly
• Position Self/Crouching - Constantly
• Position Self/Crawling - Constantly
• Reaching - Constantly
• Handling - Constantly
• Grasping - Constantly
• Feeling - Constantly
• Communicate/Talking - Constantly
• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Coordination - Constantly

About the Company
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home and certified top places to work ( Fortune
500 Company; The Boston Globe--Top places to work; Fortune