Lube Technician

Prysmian| Encore Wire; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401K with match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Prysmian in McKinney, TX, is seeking a Mechanical/Lubrication Technician to maintain production equipment, perform lubrication, and carry out preventive maintenance. You’ll use hand and power tools, follow safety guidelines, and support a loud manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, and 1 year lubrication experience is preferred. Mon-Fri 7am–5pm; starting pay is $23/hr with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or GED.
• MLT-1 certification preferred but not required.
• Experience: 1 year lubrication experience preferred but not required.
• Must have working knowledge of lubrication tools, hand/power tools, basic mathematics and preventive/predictive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate equipment and perform preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Use lubrication tools and hand/power tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain clean work areas and manage spills.
• Operate forklifts, scissors lifts, and basket trucks as needed.
• Provide feedback on service delivery discrepancies.
• Work from ladders or platforms with fall protection as required.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

MLT-1 certification (preferred)

Tools

Lubrication tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic mathematics

Preventive maintenance

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

Our North American footprint expanded in 2024 with the acquisition of McKinney, Texas-based Encore Wire operating one of Prysmian’s most advanced single-campus manufacturing operations.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions, Paid Holidays and Vacation.

Starting Pay:

$23/hr.

Schedule:

Mon-Fri (7am - 5pm)

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned tasks list to include, but not limited to, lubricating equipment, performing preventive maintenance and contamination prevention on all equipment. Lubrication techniques and preventive maintenance to be performed in conformance with established standards set forth by the company.
• Must have working knowledge of the following topics: using lubrication tools, hand / power tools, basic mathematics, Preventive/Predictive maintenance.
• Must be able to use hand tools on a daily basis such as power tools (hand grinders, saws, impact wrenches, drill press and additional tools assigned).
• Must have or be able to obtain basic computer skills.
• Keep all areas and machines clean of leaked or spilled lubricants.
• Must have or be able to operate and have knowledge of simple and complex heavy industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissors lifts, and basket trucks.
• Provide work order feedback on discrepancies noted in service delivery.
• Works from elevated areas such as ladders, platforms, scaffolding, etc. utilizing fall protection equipment as necessary to complete tasks.
• Must have the flexibility to work all shifts including holiday and weekends as demanded by the job.
• Team member must be able to work in a team oriented and safety conscious environment. Safety expectations include, but are not limited to, compliance with all company safety guidelines and procedures.
• Employee will perform any and all other duties that are assigned by the responsible supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Education: Possess a high school degree or an approved GED. MLT-1 (Machinery Lubrication Technician, Level 1) certification preferred but not required.
• Experience: One-year experience in lubrication preferred but not required.

Work Environment & Physical Responsibilities:

• Duties are performed in a loud production setting subject to extreme temperatures. Some duties may be required to be performed outside. Comfortable with repetitive movement, kneeling, crouching and stooping. Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. Requires lifting up to 50 pounds while bending, twisting and/or standing.