Lubrication Technician

Cushman & Wakefield • Fort Dodge, IA

6d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

C&W Services is hiring an Industrial Lubrication Technician at the Cargill facility in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The position pays $21.76–$25.60, depending on factors including experience and qualifications. The listed schedule is Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; the employee must also be flexible to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, as demanded by the job.

The technician performs lubrication and preventive maintenance on pumps, conveying systems, power transmissions, and other power-driven rotating equipment. Work includes lubrication sampling, filtering, and replenishing in accordance with ICML best practices, operating industrial equipment, and contributing to preventive-maintenance and lubrication standards and work procedures. The position requires working independently as well as collaboratively in a safety-conscious environment, following company and site procedures, and completing administrative duties such as time accounting and work orders.

The role requires at least one year of lubrication experience. The employee must be or be willing to become an MLT Level 1 Lubrication Technician. Five years of industrial maintenance experience is preferred. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, extended movement, climbing stairs or ladders, operating tools and equipment, and wearing a respirator. The work environment may involve moving machinery, heights, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, vibration, extreme temperatures, damp conditions, and very loud noise.

Requirements

• At least one year of lubrication experience.
• Must be or be willing to become certified as an MLT Level 1 Lubrication Technician.
• Working knowledge of lubrication best practices and preventive/predictive maintenance procedures.
• Ability and flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, move for extended or continuous periods, and climb stairs, ladders, or step stools.
• Ability to observe details at close range, make precise and repeated control adjustments, and quickly grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment, and to operate forklifts or other vehicles safely.
• Ability to wear a respirator while performing job duties.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and order information or actions according to specified rules or patterns.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of industrial maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform lubrication and preventive maintenance on pumps, conveying systems, power transmissions, and other power-driven rotating equipment.
• Perform lubrication sampling, filtering, and replenishing in accordance with ICML best practices.
• Operate simple and complex heavy industrial equipment.
• Work independently and as part of a team in a safety-conscious environment, following company and site safety guidelines and procedures, including the PJHA and Observation processes.
• Assist in developing preventive-maintenance and lubrication standards and work procedures.
• Provide work-order feedback about discrepancies identified during service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company and customer regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Complete assigned work safely, effectively, and efficiently, along with accurate and timely time accounting and work-order documentation.
• Communicate with team members to support short- and long-range planning and company goals.
• Maintain positive customer and employee relations and meet performance expectations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the responsible supervisor.
• Optionally complete ultrasonic emissions training or certification.

Benefits

• Weekly pay on Fridays.
• Comprehensive benefits available from day one, including employee perks and a Daily Pay Program.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Training to work in a cutting-edge facility.
• Company-provided safety apparel and uniforms.
• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed