Express Lube Technician—$5k Sign-On & Growth

Carter Machinery, Inc.; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Carter Machinery in Salem, VA is seeking an Express Lube Technician to perform lubrication and routine maintenance on a variety of machinery. You will inspect fluid levels, drain and refill oil, replace filters, and collect oil samples as part of standard service procedures.

A valid driver’s license and basic mechanical aptitude are required. The role offers a first shift and a starting hourly wage of $26.88 to $33.79, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a shop service environment.
• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Must be able to obtain CDL or DOT certification.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate moving parts of machinery with specified lubricants.
• Inspect fluid levels in engine, hydraulics, transmission, etc.
• Inject grease into units with grease gun.
• Drain and refill oil.
• Collect oil samples for testing.
• Replace oil and air filters.
• Recommend services during inspection reviews.
• Monitor inventories of oil, filters, etc.
• Inform customers of upcoming service dates and future recommendations.

Skills

Shop experience

Valid driver's license

CDL/DOT eligibility

Mechanical aptitude

Boom truck operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Service software

Job description

Carter Machinery in Salem, VA is seeking an Express Lube Technician to perform lubrication and routine maintenance on a variety of machinery. You will inspect fluid levels, drain and refill oil, replace filters, and collect oil samples as part of standard service procedures.

A valid driver’s license and basic mechanical aptitude are required. The role offers a first shift and a starting hourly wage of $26.88 to $33.79, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for new hires.