Heavy Equipment Maintenance Helper / Lube Technician

Socket.dev; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

FSA

Life/AD&D

Paid time off

Career growth

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mid Valley Disposal is seeking a mechanically inclined Lube Technician to start a career in heavy equipment maintenance in Fresno, CA. You’ll perform oil changes, lubrication, and basic inspections while learning from an experienced Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic.

Helpful if you have experience with preventive maintenance and using hand and power tools. We welcome candidates with strong work ethic and safety focus who want to grow in heavy equipment maintenance, servicing loaders,

Qualifications

• Experience with oil changes, filters, greasing, fluids preferred.
• Basic preventive maintenance and inspections helpful.
• Comfort with hand and power tool use.

Responsibilities

• Perform oil and filter changes, lubrication services, greasing, and fluid checks.
• Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance at 250/500/1000 hours.
• Inspect equipment for leaks, worn parts, damaged hoses, and loose hardware.
• Assist with routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Clean radiators, engine compartments and components.
• Assist with removing and installing parts during repairs.
• Work with an experienced mechanic to gain heavy equipment experience
• Maintain tools, lubricants, filters, parts and maintenance supplies.
• Follow lockout/tagout and safety procedures.
• Document basic maintenance and services performed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety awareness

Job description

Ready to Take Your Lube Tech Experience to Heavy Equipment?

Mid Valley Disposal is looking for a Lube Technician or mechanically inclined entry-level candidate who wants to build a career in heavy equipment maintenance.

If you have experience performing oil changes, filter changes, lubrication services, fluid checks, preventive maintenance, or basic vehicle inspections, your skills can transfer directly into this position.

You’ll work alongside an experienced Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic while learning to service and maintain equipment such as loaders, excavators, grinders, water trucks, conveyors, balers, compactors, and other production equipment.

Heavy equipment experience is not required. We’re looking for someone with mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, attention to safety, and a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Do

• Perform oil and filter changes, lubrication services, greasing, and fluid checks
• Assist with scheduled 250-, 500-, and 1,000-hour preventive maintenance services
• Inspect equipment for leaks, worn components, damaged hoses, loose hardware, and other maintenance concerns
• Assist with routine preventive maintenance on heavy and stationary equipment
• Clean radiators, engine compartments, and equipment components
• Assist with removing and installing parts during repairs and maintenance
• Work alongside an experienced Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic and gain hands-on heavy equipment experience (e.g. loaders, excavators, grinders, screening equipment, water trucks, conveyors, balers and compactors)
• Maintain tools, lubricants, filters, parts, and maintenance supplies
• Follow lockout/tagout and established safety procedures
• Document basic maintenance and services performed as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with oil changes, filters, greasing, fluids, or routine preventive maintenance preferred
• Automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, or lubrication-service experience is a plus
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand and power tools
• Willingness to learn heavy equipment maintenance
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and moving machinery
• Valid Class C driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Dependable and team-oriented

Pay & Benefits

• $18.00–$20.00/hour
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid time off and paid sick leave
• Employee discounts and wellness resources
• Training and opportunities for career growth
• Opportunities to participate in community events and activities

Start Building Your Career in Heavy Equipment Maintenance

If you’re mechanically inclined, enjoy working with your hands, and want an opportunity to learn from an experienced mechanic while developing valuable heavy equipment maintenance skills, this could be the role for you.