Lube Technician

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Competitive pay

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a Vehicle Preventive Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles in a safe, compliant manner. You will inspect, service, and repair components, assist senior technicians, and maintain accurate records.

This on-site role requires mechanical aptitude, tool ownership, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights/weekends as needed. Join a family-owned leader in waste and recycling offering competitive pay, benefits, and

Qualifications

• 1–2 years repairing vehicles and related components preferred.
• Experience with diesel-powered vehicles preferred.
• General knowledge of truck components and systems.
• Knowledge of Lock/Tag Out procedures or ability to learn them.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance of fleet vehicles in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Inspect, lubricate, and service all fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules.
• Grease, oil and lubricate components during preventive maintenance service.
• Check, fill, and/or change appropriate fluids and filters for all fleet vehicles.
• Inspect vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems.
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to various operating systems on the vehicles, equipment, or related components.
• Assist senior experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments, and adjustments.
• Identify and repair or report worn or failed components, leaks, etc.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• Perform required administrative duties when necessary, such as cycle counts, parts requisitions, warranties, etc.
• Ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order.
• Assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed.
• Maintain accurate records (time, maintenance orders and parts usage) on computer/tablet.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Tools for tasks

Driving ability

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School diploma

Tools

Repair manuals

Job description

Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Vehicle Preventive Maintenance (PM) Technicians are responsible for performing preventive maintenance on vehicle fleet including but not limited to performing minor repairs, adjustments to various operating systems on vehicles, equipment, or related components.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform preventive maintenance of fleet vehicles in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Inspect, lubricate, and service all fleet vehicles per company maintenance schedules
• Grease, oil and lubricate components during preventive maintenance service
• Check, fill, and/or change appropriate fluids and filters for all fleet vehicles
• Inspect vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to various operating systems on the vehicles, equipment, or related components
• Assist senior experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments, and adjustments
• Identify and repair or report worn or failed components, leaks, etc.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related tools, materials, shop, and work areas
• Perform required administrative duties when necessary, such as cycle counts, parts requisitions, warranties, etc.
• Ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order
• Assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed
• Maintain accurate records (time, maintenance orders and parts usage) on computer/tablet
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Mechanical aptitude with basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair
• Familiarity with the use of computers, repair manuals, wiring (electrical) diagrams and schematics necessary to troubleshoot or repair vehicle or component failure
• Ability to safely drive vehicles in and out of service area
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• 1-2 years performing repair and maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and related components is preferred
• Experience with diesel powered vehicles preferred
• General knowledge of truck components and systems
• Knowledge and understanding of Lock/Tag Out procedures or the ability the learn those procedures

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Frequentlylifting/carrying a max of 20 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying a max of 75 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
• Rarely pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside
• Continuously working in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Rarely sitting
• Continuously standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

General Education Diploma or better.

High School or better.

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