Lubrication Technician - Full-time / Part-time

***With a New Year comes New Wages- We are increasing our starting wages by $1.50 - $2.50!

Job Description:

 Inspecting and maintaining all rolling stock assets and equipment. Daily shift inspections of all fluid levels, visual inspections for fluid leaks, greasing equipment, checking tire air pressures & visual inspections of tire condition, fueling of equipment, daily shift inspection of air filters & replacement if needed and cleaning of air filters in the filter cleaning connax. This is a labor intensive job requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing, periods of stooping, bending, climbing (see conditions and expectations).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fueling, greasing and servicing all Rolling Stock Equipment
• Checking and adjusting tire pressure on Rolling Stock
• Servicing and repairing Rolling Stock Auto Lube Systems
• Operations and up keep of the Lube Truck, on board fueling system and greasing system
• Cleaning of Fuel Island and Oil Room including keeping the spill kit inventory up to date
• Reporting equipment problems to the Mechanics (oil leaks, bad hoses, lights not working, fill caps missing or bad)
• Fill out fueling sheets and pass down reports
• Helping/assisting other departments when asked or needed
• Fueling the Bulk Fuel Tanks and Oil Tanks on the Lube Truck
• Technicians are expected to comply with Company, Local, State and Federal compliance and safety

   

Skills and Specifications:

• Able to fill out paper work legibly and timely
• General computer knowledge
• Be a Team Player, having a positive attitude
• General equipment knowledge and how to fuel equipment
• Able to understand how and what PPE to use for tasks

Qualifications:

• Have a Class A or better CDL with the ability to acquire HazMat and Tanker Endorsements
• Able to use hand tools, replace equipment light bulbs
• Able to use Lube equipment (Grease guns, Oil cans, fill oil jugs)
• Must possess a valid Driver License
• Completion of a high school Diploma
• Proficient spoken and written English
• Able to pass Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Screen
• Must be able to safely wear a Half Face Mask for up to 12 hours at a time
• Prior heavy equipment operator experience preferred
• Prior mining experience preferred

   

   

Working conditions and Expectations:

• Works twelve hour shifts
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to communicate and coordinate with coworkers and supervisors
• Must have high safety standards for self and others
• Must be willing to work any assigned shift, overtime, weekends and holidays
• Must have the ability to stand for 6-12 hours on uneven sandy/rocky surfaces
• Must have the ability to be seated for up to 6 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
• Must have the ability to lift 60 to 80 pounds without mechanical assistance
• Must have the ability to bend or stoop
• Must have the ability to climb on and off equipment and ladders
• Must be able to work at heights
• Must have the ability to work in damp, dimly lit and confined work areas
• Must be flexible and able to work more hours when needed and possible holidays/weekends when called in on emergencies

• Shift Details

• Night Shift Differential of $2.00 /per hour
• Schedule 2 week rotation schedule/ 12 hours shifts (OT paid over 40)
• Week 1- Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat
• Week 2 -  Sun, Wed, Thurs

  Benefits and Advancement.

• Quarterly Safety Incentive Program
• Paid Time Off
• Affordable Health, Life, Flex Spending, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with Matching

  Advancement Opportunities: Pattison Sand Company encourages and sponsors internal and external training to develop employees’ skills in order to promote from within the company.

   Pattison Sand Company is a drug-free workplace and all prospective employees have to pass a pre-employment drug test and employment physical.

Apply online on the Careers Page at or call us at 563-964-2860 for more information.

We are an equal opportunity, veteran-friendly employer.