Job Details

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 $29.12 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.