Maintenance (Lube Technician)  

Company: Insight Pipe Contracting - A PURIS Company

Position Summary: The Heavy Equipment Lube Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance services on a variety of heavy equipment and diesel engine trucks. This role focuses on lubrication, fluid checks, oil changes, inspections, and accurate recordkeeping to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lubricate moving parts of diesel engine trucks and heavy equipment using hand or air-powered grease guns
• Inject grease into springs, universal joints, steering knuckles, and related components
• Inspect and maintain proper fluid levels including engine oil, fuel, grease, transmission, differential, rear axle, steering gear, and power steering reservoirs
• Drain and refill engine oil to required levels
• Replace oil and air filters
• Spray leaf springs with lubricant using spray equipment
• Add water to radiators and batteries as needed
• Check and maintain proper tire air pressure
• Perform preventative maintenance services per company policy
• Collect and handle oil and fluid samples for analysis
• Safely operate a lube/grease truck to service company equipment
• Accurately log daily work activities including oil changes, fuel usage, samples, and maintenance completed
• Conduct visual inspections of equipment and report any issues or deficiencies
• Recommend additional services based on inspection findings
• Maintain fuel, oil, filter, and supply inventory
• Complete all required daily paperwork and electronic records
• Follow all safety, environmental, and contamination control policies
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and equipment operators

Equipment Worked On:

• Heavy equipment from manufacturers including CAT, Cummins, and similar

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a similar oil/lube technician or heavy equipment maintenance role
• General knowledge of heavy equipment preventative maintenance and basic repairs
• Working knowledge of engines, powertrain, electrical, and hydraulic systems preferred
• Prior experience servicing heavy equipment and maintaining fluid levels
• Ability to work afternoon shifts and in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry over 60 pounds and push/pull over 60 pounds for up to one-third of the workday
• Must provide own basic hand tools required for daily tasks

Licensing and Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 points
• Class A or B CDL preferred
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card
• No felony convictions within the past 10 years
• No DUI/DWI convictions within the past 5 years

Work Environment:

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Must be willing to work wherever needed to support project and company success

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays (6 per year)
• Paid vacation (progressive, up to 3 weeks per year)
• Employee referral bonus