Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Petillo Incorporated; Town of Southampton (NJ, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Heavy Equipment Lube Technician to join their team. This role involves traveling to various construction sites to perform preventative maintenance on heavy machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. With a competitive salary and benefits package, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you are passionate about heavy equipment and committed to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and detail-oriented with organizational skills.
• Prior experience in diesel or heavy equipment industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on construction equipment at job sites.
• Drain and replace fluids, lubricate components, and label oil samples.
• Maintain service vehicle and ensure a clean work area.

Skills

mechanical aptitude

detail oriented

organizational skills

time management

teamwork

basic computer applications

Education

valid class B CDL

prior experience in diesel or heavy equipment industry

Job description

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Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Lube Technicians are entrusted with the responsibility of traveling to active construction job sites daily and safely performing all aspects of preventative maintenance on a variety of construction equipment; including but not limited to excavators, dozers, haul trucks, graders, tractors and wheel loaders. Responsibilities related to this role revolve around the routine changing of fluids and filters for all types of components, lubricating/greasing components, and properly obtaining fluid samples for lab analysis.

To be successful in this position you should have a strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of tools applicable to the position and the desire to learn. You should possess a strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior workmanship. The ability to take direction and work in a team environment is essential to this position as well.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drain and replace all types of fluids and filters, inspect all fluid levels and top off as needed.
• Properly obtain and label oil samples from each component as required.
• Determine necessary parts, materials, and tooling needed to perform the PM’s assignments.
• Follow steps outlined in maintenance manuals.
• Perform and complete machine inspections and communicate any issues with PM management staff.
• Maintain the service vehicle and any specialty tooling, so as to keep it in safe, clean and good operating order.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Exercise safe work practices in observance of the company’s safety goals and protocols.
• Manage time effectively to maximize productivity and minimize machine downtime.

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Prior experience working in the diesel or heavy equipment industry as a technician in some regard.
• Valid class B CDL (or Class A) and the ability to maintain an insurable driving record.
• Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to work well independently or with others in a team environment.
• Must be reliable, honest, and have a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to follow instructions; read and understand operators and repair manuals.
• Must have some basic computer applications skills, including email, iPad applications, and basic internet browsing.
• Ability to read, analyze, and communicate technical information.
• Ability to write work order notes and details that effectively communicate the work that was completed.

Applying

Petillo offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, as well as an exceptional work environment. If you wish to complete an application for employment with Petillo, please download and complete this form:

Once you have completed your application, please fax or email it to: [phone] or [e-mail]. All applications will be held in strict confidence by Petillo and someone from our company will contact you shortly in the event of a suitable opening. Thank you for your interest in Petillo!