Lube Technician

PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The Lube Technician is to perform the tasks assigned and maintain the grease bay in good, clean, and safe order as well as lubrication and mechanical inspections as assigned 

DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Grease the equipment and vehicles as scheduled by the Transportation Manager or Shop Supervisor 
• Replace any grease zerks fittings that appear to be no longer serviceable 
• Perform routine inspection of vehicle being lubricated for visible problems that need repair or appear to be failing, reporting the problems to the Transportation Manager or Shop Supervisor 
• Check all fluid levels for all vehicles being lubricated, reporting any discrepancies that may require repair to the Transportation Manager 
• Make maximum utilization of grease and oils, utilizing all serviceable fluids in the containers prior to properly disposing of the containers 
• Maintain the assigned working area ensuring that the area is clean, and all tools and equipment have been properly cleaned and stored at the end of each shift 
• Assist in maintaining the shop and warehouse areas in compliance with OSHA regulations including first aid, fall hazard, and fire extinguishers 
• Continually seek methods of controlling and reducing costs, recording all material and parts when used and labor when completed or at the end of each day 
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with other service and administrative personnel 
• Respect the confidentiality of the company, customers, and personnel information 
• Work punctually to ensure that customer service may be maintained 
• Make the best use of time during working hours, seeking guidance as necessary for the performance of duties 
• Maintain a well-groomed, professional appearance appropriate for the position and situation, wearing the company uniform while at work 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Required: None 
• Preferred: High School Diploma 

 Licensing/Registration/Certification

• Required: Commercial Operators License  
• Preferred: None 

 Experience

• Required: None 
• Preferred: One year’s experience in a maintenance environment 

 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Demonstrate the proven ability to work with work teams 
• Must have mathematical aptitude, and written and verbal communication skills 
• Experience and awareness of maintenance and repair practices 

 Physical

• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods, as this position will occasionally require you to lie down, bend, and stoop 
• Must have sufficient mobility to navigate through the warehouse 
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and understand when to utilize team lifting or mechanical assistance 
• Must be able to see and hear normal maintenance equipment 
• Must be able to see and distinguish colors and patterns clearly 

 Mental

• Must have the ability to use and understand simple arithmetic and algebraic equations 
• Must be able to effectively communicate with a predominantly English-speaking customer base 
• Must be able to work in an enclosed environment with other people 

 Environment

• The shop is a partially environmentally controlled area with extremes of heat or cold 
• Maintenance and repairs may require work outside the shop and will be subject to the local environment's extremes, particularly the heat and cold.

Our Core Values: Team Player, Honesty/Integrity, Enthusiastic/Energetic/Positive, Customer Above All Else, and Commitment to Excellence.