Fuel & Lube Technician (Heavy Equipment)

McKee Utility Contractors, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits including medical, etc

401(k) matching

Stability with MasTec CE&I

Job summary

McKee Utility Contractors, LLC is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Fuel & Lube Technician to support our Austin/Hutto operations. You will fuel, grease, and service a fleet of heavy equipment on active construction sites, with daily travel between sites and no overnight travel.

Required are a valid Class B CDL, clean driving record, and basic mechanical aptitude. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and 401(k) with MasTec CE&I through our local team.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL is required.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT physical and drug screening.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.
• Familiarity with telematics or fleet maintenance software is a plus.
• Experience fueling heavy equipment is a plus but not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Fuel and grease heavy equipment on daily routes across job sites.
• Perform preventive maintenance at scheduled intervals (oil, filter, fluids).
• Inspect equipment for leaks and wear; report findings to shop.
• Operate and maintain the fuel/lube service truck and equipment.
• Keep accurate fuel usage, hour-meter readings, and PM records.
• Collect oil samples for analysis programs.
• Manage fuels, oils, and waste fluids per EPA/DOT rules.
• Respond to spills and maintain spill kits on truck.
• Coordinate service times with supers and operators to minimize downtime.
• Follow OSHA and site safety rules.

Skills

Class B CDL

Clean driving record

Mechanical aptitude

Fuel heavy equipment

Training allowed

Tools

HCSS

Fleet software

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced technician looking to keep your evenings at home while supporting major heavy civil construction projects?

At McKee Utility Contractors, our field teams rely heavily on our service trucks to keep excavators, dozers, and loaders moving. As our Heavy Equipment Fuel & Lube Technician, you’ll be the backbone of our job sites across the Austin and Hutto areas, ensuring our heavy equipment fleet stays fueled, greased, and running at peak performance.

• The Schedule & Location: Based locally in the Austin / Hutto area with daily routes between job sites—no overnight or extended travel required, meaning you're home every night.

• What You Bring: A valid Class B CDL, a clean driving record, and a strong mechanical aptitude for preventive maintenance. (Experience fueling heavy equipment or using fleet software like HCSS is a huge plus, but we are ready to train the right person!)

• What We Offer: Competitive pay, comprehensive family health benefits, 401(k) matching, and stability with MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure.

The Fuel & Lube Technician keeps our heavy equipment fleet running by fueling, lubricating, and servicing machines on active construction sites. You'll operate a fuel/lube truck, perform scheduled preventive maintenance, and catch small problems before they become costly breakdowns.

Location & Travel Details:

This position is based in the Austin / Hutto area with travel between job sites daily. Extended or overnight travel is not typically expected.

Company Overview

McKee Utility Contractors is a family-founded and operated company with over 40 years of proven expertise in water and wastewater line installation, tunneling, and boring, and concrete structure construction. Since our beginning, we have been dedicated to delivering the critical infrastructure that strengthens communities and supports a higher quality of life.

Our deep knowledge of soil bore analysis, local environments, and regional regulations - combined with our uncompromising commitment to safety, precise budgeting, on-time delivery, and strategic planning - has established McKee as a trusted partner for reliable, efficient water and wastewater system construction across multiple regions.

McKee is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Fuel and grease heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders, haul trucks, graders, rollers, and similar) on a daily route across job sites.

• Perform preventive maintenance at scheduled intervals, including oil, filter, and fluid changes on smaller equipment. Knowledge of PMs on larger equipment a plus.

• Inspect equipment for leaks, worn components, damaged hoses, tires, undercarriage wear, and safety issues, and report findings to the shop.

• Operate and maintain the fuel/lube service truck, including pumps, reels, hoses, and compressor. (2500-5500 truck with non-hazmat fuel trailer.

• Keep accurate records of fuel usage, hour-meter readings, PM services, and fluids dispensed (paper or fleet software such as [HCSS / Telematics / other]).

• Collect oil samples for fluid analysis programs.

• Handle, store, and dispose of fuels, oils, and waste fluids in compliance with EPA, DOT, and company spill-prevention procedures.

• Respond to spills and maintain spill kits on the truck.

• Coordinate service times with superintendents and operators to minimize downtime.

• Follow all OSHA, MSHA (if applicable), and site-specific safety rules.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid Class B CDL

• Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT physical and drug screening.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and grease equipment.

Preferred

• Familiarity with telematics or fleet maintenance software.

• Experience fueling heavy equipment is a plus but not required. We can train.

• Basic mechanic experience.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors in all weather, including heat, cold, rain, dust, and mud.

• Climb on and off equipment, crawl beneath machines, kneel, and work in tight spaces.

• Lift up to [50–75] lbs (drums, filters, buckets).

• Exposure to fuels, oils, noise, and moving equipment.

• Travel between job sites daily.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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