Heavy Equipment Field Lube Service Technician

Empire Southwest•Buckeye, AZ

11d•$20 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Empire Southwest is seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Lube Service Technician to perform equipment lubrication and maintenance at client job sites. The position focuses on safely, accurately, and economically completing field lubrication and inspections, maintaining client relationships, and identifying potential service, parts, or sales opportunities. The job is based in the field, with a second-shift designation and a work schedule provided by the leader. The listed pay range is $20.00–$35.86 per hour; the specific rate and position grade depend on applicable differentials and the candidate’s experience and skills. Technicians use CAT Lube and Maintenance Guides and follow required warm-up and oil-sampling procedures. They prepare equipment-condition and service reports, process oil cards, maintain service trucks and company equipment, and communicate machine condition, discrepancies, and recommendations to clients and company personnel. The role may require travel to remote locations, overtime, maintaining an MSHA card where required, and providing on-the-job training as assigned.

Requirements

At least six months of related experience in a similar role and environment.
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
Ability to successfully complete a skills assessment.
Valid driver’s license; maintain a current license with a valid CDL as required by the site.
Ability to obtain a Hazardous Material Endorsement, which requires a state fingerprint background check.
Ability to comply with DOT CDL requirements.
Excellent client service skills.
Demonstrated technical skill competence.
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
Ability to maintain consistent attendance.
Keep safety a priority in the work environment.
Own and maintain required personal tools.
Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming in accordance with company policy.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of heavy equipment technician experience, preferably in a dealership environment.
Caterpillar work experience.
Class A or Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

Perform field lubrication and equipment inspection duties with a focus on safety, accuracy, and economy.
Help plan and control lubrication and preventive maintenance jobs.
Assist the lead in analyzing client requirements and determining job scope.
Alert appropriate Empire personnel to potential parts, service, or sales opportunities.
Ensure service trucks are topped with oil and emptied of waste oil at the end of each shift.
Maintain good client relations and support corporate marketing objectives.
Write accurate and concise equipment-condition reports.
Prepare service reports and process oil cards with the proper quantities and types of oil used.
Perform lubrication services according to the applicable CAT Lube and Maintenance Guides.
Follow proper warm-up and oil-sample drop procedures.
Keep company equipment clean and orderly and report repair or replacement needs to a supervisor.
Work safely and comply with applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
Keep relevant in-house personnel informed about service dates, discrepancies, machine condition, and suggested actions.
Gather information during walk-around inspections and report findings to the client or management.
Communicate equipment condition, problems, and recommendations orally and in writing.
Maintain a current MSHA card when the work area requires one.
Provide on-the-job training as assigned.
Work overtime as needed and travel to remote locations as needed.
Clarify instructions and discuss job scope or progress with appropriate individuals.
Work within and promote corporate values.