Entry-Level Heavy Equipment Lube Tech

Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to assist with service and upkeep of automotive and heavy construction equipment in West Palm Beach. The role emphasizes reliability, dependability, and accountability as core requirements.

Typical duties include inspecting and replacing filters, greasing, assisting with repairs, and documenting work. A Florida driver’s license is required; CDL is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/ability to maintain automotive and heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with the general public, peers and superiors to respond to inquiries.
• Ability to make entries on reports and records.
• Ability to operate vehicles with standard transmissions.
• Ability to use common tools.
• Must have tools of the trade.
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks.
• Read and comprehend simple English automotive manuals.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and replace filters on heavy construction equipment as prescribed by the manufacturer or as needed.
• Grease and lubricate automotive and heavy construction equipment.
• Assist mechanics with repairs on vehicles and heavy equipment when needed.
• Document work performed on automotive vehicles and heavy construction equipment.
• Work independently and complete assigned tasks.
• Pickup and deliver repair parts, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Perform other duties to support team and agency objectives.

Skills

Automotive/heavy equipment maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Follow oral and written instructions

Communication with public and peers

Report documentation

Operate vehicles with standard/trans.

Use of common tools

Independence in task completion

Read and comprehend English manuals

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools of the trade

Job description

The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to assist with service and upkeep of automotive and heavy construction equipment in West Palm Beach. The role emphasizes reliability, dependability, and accountability as core requirements.

Typical duties include inspecting and replacing filters, greasing, assisting with repairs, and documenting work. A Florida driver’s license is required; CDL is preferred.