Industrial Lubrication Technician

Lubrication Technician

The Lubrication Technician is responsible for the inspection, lubrication, and preventive maintenance of all rotating and mechanical equipment throughout the cottonseed oil mill. This position plays a critical role in maximizing equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and extending asset life in a high-temperature, heavy industrial processing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine lubrication of bearings, gearboxes, chains, motors, pumps, conveyors, presses, extractors, and other processing equipment.
• Monitor oil levels, grease points, and lubrication intervals according to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Collect oil samples for analysis and maintain oil analysis records.
• Inspect equipment for signs of wear, overheating, contamination, vibration, or mechanical failure.
• Replace filters, breathers, and lubricants as required.
• Maintain proper labeling, storage, and handling of lubricants to prevent cross-contamination.
• Assist maintenance team with minor mechanical repairs and component replacements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of lubrication activities within the CMMS system.
• Follow all lockout/tagout procedures and safety protocols.
• Support plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency repairs as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in lubrication rooms and maintenance areas.
• Identify opportunities to improve lubrication reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance or lubrication experience preferred.
• Experience in oilseed processing, grain handling, or manufacturing environment preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of industrial lubrication practices and standards.
• Understanding of bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read equipment manuals and lubrication charts.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems (CMMS preferred).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and high-temperature environments.
• Frequent walking, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Must be able to wear required PPE including respirators, hard hats, gloves, and eye protection.

Work Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Typical schedule: MondayFriday with overtime as needed.
• Must be available to work weekends, call-outs, and rotating shifts during peak production or shutdown periods.

Work Environment

This position operates in a heavy industrial cottonseed oil processing facility. Exposure to heat, noise, dust, mechanical hazards, and industrial chemicals is expected.

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Reliability and accountability
• Safety-focused mindset
• Team-oriented
• Mechanical aptitude
• Time management skills