Traveling Preventative Maintenance / Lube Tech

Warren CAT; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Warren CAT in Oklahoma City is seeking a Preventative Maintenance (PM) / Lube Technician to perform scheduled maintenance, lubrication services, inspections, and basic repairs on Caterpillar equipment in field and shop environments.

Required is a high school diploma or GED with 1–3 years of PM or diesel experience, working knowledge of Caterpillar equipment, and the ability to operate service tools and computer systems. A CDL is required within 60 days of employment; travel up to 85% is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1–3 years of preventative maintenance or diesel experience.
• Working knowledge of Caterpillar equipment or other heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to read maintenance manuals and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication, and inspections on Caterpillar machines in field and shop.
• Complete engine oil, hydraulic oil, coolant, fuel, transmission, axle, and final drive services per schedules.
• Lubricate machines and inspect for wear, leaks, and potential issues.
• Document findings and recommend repairs; support predictive maintenance programs.
• Complete work orders and electronic records using SIS Web, SIMS, RentalMan, and related systems.
• Operate safely and maintain tools and service equipment; deliver strong customer service and findings to customers.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Diesel engines

Equipment inspection

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL or ability to obtain CDL

Tools

SIS Web

SIMS

RentalMan

Job description

TEAM UP WITH US!

The Preventative Maintenance (PM) / Lube Technician is responsible for performing scheduled preventative maintenance, lubrication services, inspections, and basic repairs on a wide variety of Caterpillar equipment in both field and shop environments. This position plays a critical role in maximizing machine uptime, identifying potential issues before they become failures, and ensuring equipment is serviced to Caterpillar and company standards.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

What You'll Do

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance services on a wide variety of Caterpillar machines, including earthmoving and construction equipment.
• Complete engine oil, hydraulic oil, coolant, fuel, transmission, axle, and final drive services according to Caterpillar maintenance schedules.
• Lubricate machines and inspect critical components for wear, damage, leaks, and other potential concerns.
• Conduct machine inspections and document findings, making recommendations for repairs or additional maintenance as needed.
• Perform fluid sampling and other condition monitoring procedures to support predictive maintenance programs.
• Complete minor service repairs and component replacements associated with preventative maintenance.
• Accurately complete work orders, inspection reports, service documentation, and required electronic records using company systems (SIS Web, SIMS, RentalMan, work orders, parts orders, and related applications).
• Operate safely while following all company and customer safety procedures, including Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).Maintain assigned service truck, tools, and equipment in a clean and professional condition.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while communicating maintenance findings and recommendations to customers and supervisors.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or GED; one to three years of preventative maintenance, diesel technician, heavy equipment, or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Caterpillar equipment or other heavy construction and earthmoving equipment.
• Basic understanding of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain components, electrical systems, and machine maintenance practices.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance, lubrication services, inspections, and fluid changes on heavy equipment is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain service tools, lifting devices, fluid handling equipment, and diagnostic equipment.
• Clean driving record and CDL or the ability to obtain a CDL within 60 days of employment. Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a field service vehicle.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, maintenance manuals, service information, and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to use service software, maintenance databases, and electronic work order systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify maintenance concerns before they result in equipment failures.
• May be required to complete a DOT physical.
• Successfully complete Work Steps assessment.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• We like to take care of business and have fun doing it!
• We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package.
• Don’t you want to work with awesome people?

Important Information

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required travel up to 85%

This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

EEO/AA

Keywords: mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic

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