Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Company: American Cementing LLC

Location: Odessa, TX 79763

Position Summary

The Heavy Equipment Lube Technician supports the maintenance team by performing routine preventative services on heavy equipment and commercial vehicles. This includes oil changes, inspections, fluid checks, and basic filter replacements. The role helps ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and compliant with operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine oil changes and lubrication services on fleet vehicles and heavy equipment
• Inspect equipment for signs of wear, damage, leaks, worn belts, and tire conditions
• Check and top off all fluid levels including coolant, transmission, power steering, and windshield washer fluid
• Replace air, fuel, and cabin filters as needed
• Conduct basic visual inspections to identify safety or maintenance concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, including proper disposal of used oil, filters, and parts
• Adhere to all company and industry safety protocols and procedures
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and technicians regarding additional service needs or potential repairs
• Assist mechanics and technicians with maintenance tasks and repairs as assigned
• Stay informed about basic heavy equipment trends and service practices
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational and organizational goals

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class 1 Driver's License

Skills & Knowledge

• Prior experience in heavy equipment or commercial vehicle maintenance preferred
• Familiarity with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and reporting a plus
• Oil and gas industry maintenance experience preferred

Critical Tasks / Performance Goals

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Willingness to learn and apply new maintenance techniques and technologies
• Physical stamina to lift, bend, and perform hands-on maintenance work
• Positive attitude and willingness to support a team environment
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free work area daily
• Demonstrate proactive communication with team members and supervisors regarding issues, delays, or additional repair needs

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Regular exposure to moving machinery, outdoor weather conditions, diesel fumes, chemicals, dust, and moderate to loud noise levels.
• Must be able to frequently lift, lower, carry, and move materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 65 pounds.
• Must be able to push and pull equipment, carts, hoses, or other objects requiring up to 100 pounds of force.
• Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, and working at ground level for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb and descend ladders, steps, platforms, and equipment while maintaining balance and stability.
• Requires sufficient manual dexterity and fine motor coordination to operate tools, manipulate small parts, assemble and disassemble components, and perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Requires the physical stamina to perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators and other safety equipment.
• Requires visual acuity to inspect equipment, read gauges, identify defects, and safely perform maintenance and operational tasks.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with supervisors, coworkers, customers, and other personnel in shop, office, and field environments, as applicable.
• Physical Capability: The physical demands described above are representative of the essential functions of this position. Candidates selected for employment may be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) to determine their ability to safely perform these essential job functions, consistent with applicable law.

American Cementing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is based in the United States. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employment sponsorship. At this time, we are not considering applicants located outside of the United States.