Lubrication Technician - Weekend Days

Brief Description

The Lubrication Technician ensures the reliability and efficiency of plant equipment by implementing and maintaining lubrication programs. This role involves applying lubricants, monitoring lubricant conditions, performing contamination control, and supporting preventive maintenance strategies. The technician will conduct inspections, collect and analyze oil samples, maintain accurate records in CMMS, and assist in developing lubrication standards.

Available Shift

Friday-Sunday: 6:00am-6:30pm (+$2 shift differential)

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is $21.00- $27.00. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications.

Essential Requirements

• Duties & Responsibilities
• Apply lubricants (oils, greases) to machinery and equipment according to OEM specifications and maintenance schedules.
• Unload chemical tanker trucks that arrive at the facility.
• Operate lubrication tools and systems, including manual grease guns, automatic lubricators, oil-mist systems, and filtration units.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as reservoir draining, filter and breather changes, and contamination control.
• Collect oil samples for laboratory analysis; conduct basic field tests (viscosity, crackle, blotter).
• Interpret oil analysis reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain lubrication inventory and ensure proper labeling of reservoirs and dispensing systems.
• Update CMMS with lubrication activities, schedules, and work orders.
• Inspect equipment for leaks, contamination, and lubrication-related issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance and reliability teams to improve lubrication practices.
• Comply with all safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements.
• Supports the Mission of the organization and adheres to all company policies.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in maintenance or lubrication roles.
• ICML Machinery Lubrication Technician (MLT) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance techniques and oil analysis programs.

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Strong understanding of lubrication principles (viscosity, contamination control, filtration).
• Ability to operate lubrication equipment and perform oil sampling/testing.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with rotating equipment and hydraulic systems.
• Basic computer skills for CMMS data entry and reporting.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify early signs of equipment wear or lubricant degradation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving around the production floor.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights when required.
• Repetitive motions, including twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• May involve operating machinery, tools, or equipment requiring manual dexterity and coordination.
• Bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, crouching, and other physical activities may be required.

Working Environment

• Regular exposure to loud noises in a manufacturing setting, may required the use of hearing protection.
• Exposure to both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Exposure to hazards, including but not limited to dust, fumes, chemicals, or other airborne particles; use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced “puppy”) is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.

OUR PURPOSE

As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.

Mission

Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.

Vision

Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.

Values

• TEAM –we before me
• RELIABLE –every day in every way
• URGENT –the drive to do
• ENTERPRISING –be curious