Lube Tech

One opening for an hourly Lube Tech position within the Maintenance Reliability Department is now open at the Natchitoches EWP Mill. The primary function of the Lube Tech is to ensure effective lubrication and oil analysis of manufacturing equipment.

The wage for this role is $27.47 per hour.

Key Functions

• Ensure that all equipment is lubricated to meet standards/specifications.
• Conduct oil analysis (checking for metal fragments, moisture content and other contaminants).
• Diagnose bearing and wear surface failure and set action plans to correct failures.
• Maintain all gearboxes to operating levels and notify Millwright Lead of any leaking seals or excessive noise.
• Maintain cleanliness standards for all hydraulic units, pull oil samples semi-annually and document results.
• Manage an inventory of filters and repair/spare parts.
• Maintain auto lubrication lines, including plumbing and inspection for damaged or leaking fittings.
• Maintain all air compressors, air dryers, oil coolers / heat exchangers and manage oil analysis records as required.
• Use maintenance software for writing work orders and creating requisitions.
• Maintain lubrication cabinets, tools, and equipment.
• Work with other millwrights, leads, or supervisors who have priority work needing to be completed.
• Immediately address all safety and housekeeping issues.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job

Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction

Primary Location

USA-LA-Natchitoches

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

Day (1st)

Relocation Assistance

Not Available

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a maintenance-related position in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Past employment experience involving machinery lubrication.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects effectively.
• Must demonstrate willingness and ability to learn new jobs & skills.
• Must have excellent listening & communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate open, honest, and regular exchange of information and treat all employees with respect and dignity.
• Must be team oriented; puts team's needs ahead of individual interests and work to develop trust and respect.
• Initiative to identify and resolve issues.
• Must be willing to work any shift, including rotating shifts plus weekends and holidays as operating conditions require.
• Willingness and ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, climb stairs, lift up to 32 pounds, and work in an industrial environment containing wood dust and extreme heat and cold.
  
  

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