Lubrication Technician

Atlas Energy Solutions • Kermit, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI) is a leading solutions provider to the energy industry. Atlas’ portfolio of offerings includes oilfield logistics, distributed power systems, and the largest proppant supply network in the Permian Basin. With a focus on leveraging technology, automation, and remote operations to enhance efficiencies, Atlas is centered around a core mission of improving human beings’ access to hydrocarbons that power our lives and, by doing so, maximizing value creation for our shareholders.
This position is critical to equipment reliability and conveyor uptime. A strong lubrication program significantly reduces failures, improves asset life, and supports a proactive maintenance culture. The Lubrication Technician will play a key role in maintaining those standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in industrial maintenance or mechanical systems.
• Basic understanding of lubrication principles and mechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (PMs, OEM manuals, SDS sheets).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision.
• Certification such as ICML Level I (MLT I or MLA I) or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and rotating machinery.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Proactive mindset with a reliability-focused approach.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with CMMS systems (HxGN, Maximo, Infor, etc.).
• Experience with oil sampling, contamination control, or condition monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of lubricants (oils, greases, synthetics) and their applications.
• Understanding of equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, and bearings.

Responsibilities

• Perform lubrication routes including greasing, oil changes, top-offs, and re-lubrication based on OEM requirements and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies.
• Maintain proper lubricant inventory, storage, handling, and labeling according to contamination control standards.
• Ensure correct lubricant selection for each asset, referencing OEM specs and plant lubrication standards.
• Conduct routine inspections of bearings, motors, gearboxes, chains, couplings, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical assets.
• Identify and report abnormalities such as overheating, noise, leaks, misalignment, and contamination.
• Perform oil sampling, filter changes, and basic oil analysis tests (viscosity, moisture detection, particle assessment).
• Record all lubrication activities in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain up-to-date lubrication routes, schedules, and equipment lists.
• Document inspection findings and escalate issues and create work orders.
• Assist in developing and optimizing lubrication standards, routes, and PM tasks.
• Support root-cause analysis (RCA) for lubrication-related failures.
• Participate in reliability initiatives including 5S, contamination control, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide feedback to improve equipment design for better lubrication accessibility and durability.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Best People and Team. Great Places to Work, Hire Vets, Top Place to Work For – Austin American Statesman
• Your Well-Being is a Priority. 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Invest in Your Future. 401K with company match, immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED