Lube Technician

Building Success since 1936

For over 87 years, Power Equipment Company has provided powerful heavy equipment rental and sales solutions for owners and operators in the aggregate, construction, crane, paving and compaction industries. Our experienced team remains committed to delivering exceptional value by providing premier heavy construction equipment and reliable product support. We pride ourselves on being dedicated, capable team players with effective solutions for business challenges. We understand how important it is to keep our customer’s equipment up and running.

Our success is rooted in the success of our employees because they are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in their future and offer a wide range of benefits to help them learn, grow and prosper.

Job purpose

We are looking for a Lube Technician to Join our growing team and help drive our customer service goals and objectives in the shop/field.   The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Heavy Equipment service and support, have a commitment to Safety and desire to provide first class customer service.

Duties and responsibilities

• Performs service tasks as they may be assigned by the service manager or the shop manager.

• Keeps tracks of all changes in various models of equipment sold and serviced by the distributors.

• Brings to the attention of the Service Manager any additional work required on unit.

• Utilize great technical skills to perform hydraulic and electronic tests, also using VCAD's computer programming for diagnostics and parameter settings.

• Analyze and utilize schematic diagrams and technical manuals.

• Utilize strong organizational and customer service skills to order parts and provide quotes for clients.

• Keeps work area in a clean and orderly manner.

• Notifies shop superintendent/foreman if shop equipment or vehicle is not in serviceable condition or constitutes a safety hazard.

• Returns tools to crib or toolbox at the end of each shift in a clean, working condition ready for the next man to use.

• Takes advantage of all opportunities to attend schools and training sessions in order to upgrade technical competence.

• Practice inter-personal skills to maintain a positive relationship with co-workers and supervisors.

• Performs other duties as prescribed by the shop superintendent from time to time.

Qualifications

• High School diploma; Trade School (2 yr. degree) preferred

• Must be able to successfully hold certifications for MSHA, First Aid/ CPR, etc.

• CDL Class B required

• Must be able to work overtime before or after normal operating hours

Working conditions

The employee will generally be working in an field/shop environment.  The employee may be required to wear appropriate PPE equipment. The employee could occasionally be exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the workplace is moderate.

Why Power Equipment Company?

The one characteristic that distinguishes Power Equipment Company is the dedication and passion of our employees. It’s no secret that employees who are empowered each day to make a difference for the company become engaged, long-tenured partners in the success of the customer. That’s why our company culture has always focused on the success and well-being of our greatest asset…our employees.

That is the Power Equipment Company difference.

We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Generous paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Paid continuing career education

• Life insurance, including AD&D (family coverage is also available)

• Long-term disability insurance

• Short-term disability insurance is available

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

• Health and wellness program

• Opportunities for career advancement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Power Equipment is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

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