Grease Technician

United Site Services; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & Paid Time Off

Medical/Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Discounts

Job summary

United Site Services is seeking a Grease Technician to operate a service truck delivering timely waste removal at multiple customer sites. You will read routes, service assigned accounts, and maintain safety and vehicle standards.

The role requires strong customer service skills, a safety-conscious mindset, and ability to follow DOT rules and company policies across locations. Benefits and competitive pay are provided for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service experience in field operations or dispatch environments.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced setting with attention to detail.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality; reliable in a multi-site role.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure vehicle readiness.
• Drive pump truck between customer sites and disposal areas.
• Pump grease from restaurant and other tanks; rinse and clean equipment as needed.
• Follow dispatcher routes; document details on tickets.
• Maintain vehicle records and logs; support route updates with dispatcher.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Time Management

Communications

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Ability to read DOT rules

Job description

About USS

United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, excellence in process management, and dedication to corporate responsibility are pillars of our value proposition; each supported by tangible, best-practice programs.

Our success is fueled by the dedication and collaboration of our diverse team, which includes field technicians, customer care representatives, sales professionals, and functional experts. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and reliable experience for our customers.

By joining United Site Services, you will be part of an organization that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of our business.

Primary Purpose

The Grease Technician operates a company service truck and drives to various locations to provide prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal for customers.

Essential Functions

• Perform complete pre-trip inspection including but not limited to checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls
• Drives pump truck to and from customer sites and disposal areas
• Pump grease out of restaurants and other commercial tanks. Cleans/rinses tank with a water hose.
• Read route sheets and services each customer as assigned by the dispatcher and/or supervisor and takes notes on the tickets with delivery/pick up details
• Maintain vehicle operating efficiency by completing preventative maintenance requirements
• Maintain safe operation and clean appearance by complying with organization operational policies, procedures, and standards, as well as state and local driving rules and regulations
• Maintain delivery, vehicle and driving records by obtaining receipt acknowledgments, recording tracking information, and completing driver log and vehicle performance forms
• Work continuously with dispatcher to confirm routes and update with any issues or changes
• Courteously interacts with customers, supervisors, and fellow employees. Submit all paperwork on a scheduled timeframe to dispatcher
• Wash exterior and interior of truck and cab, under frame, tires, and wheels
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Communications
• Decision Making and Problem Solving
• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to the rules and regulations of the Federal Transit Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation
• Analytical skills, with the ability to problem, solve effectively
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism
• Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Safe driving record (DMV documentation required)
• Valid Driver License (Class CDL B or higher)

Physical Requirements

• Sit while driving and stand while servicing products
• Use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls
• Repeat the same movements
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away and also at greater distance
• Speak clearly so customers can understand
• Understand the speech of another person
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
• Walk up to 30 minutes at a time without exertion
• Enter and exit equipment by stepping and kneeling
• Lift up to 40lbs from your waist to your shoulders
• Lift 30lbs from the floor to your head
• Crouch and squat
• Push 100lbs and pull 100lbs horizontally

Benefits Summary

All full-time employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off (pro-rated for Part-Time employees)
• Medical/Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Employee Basic Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Employee Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
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• Voluntary Spousal Life
• Voluntary Dependent Life
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness
• Commuter/Transit Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts

Salary Range

$21.66 – $30.33 / hour

Pay Transparency Statement

At United Site Services, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.

Security and Travel Requirements

Some positions may require secure site access and/or domestic air travel. All candidates for positions which require secure site access and/or domestic air travel must possess an acceptable form of identification to comply with state and federal regulations, such as REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID, or U.S. passport. This statement is not intended to require documentation beyond what is acceptable under the federal I‑9 form process administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and should not be construed as creating additional employment eligibility verification requirements.

EEO Statement

United Site Services is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation , gender identity , age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.