Lube Technician/Laborer

Job Summary

The Lube Technician performs preventative and minor repair and restorative maintenance on commercial vehicles.  New skill acquirement and advancement opportunities are available.

Benefits

CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. 

• Medical, Dental, Vision 
  • low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits 

Compensation

Responsibilities

• Move company vehicles around yard
• Drain oil from commercial vehicles and replace to the manufacturer's specifications
• Top off other fluids including brakes, power steering, and windshield wiper fluid
• Inspect vehicles for leaks and potential issues
• Check tire pressure and fill tires with air as needed to manufacturer specifications
• Install new parts, such as air filters, oil filters, windshield wipers, and batteries
• Lubricate/grease vehicle components
• Inspect vehicle lighting and repair
• Consult shop foreman on the course of action on findings through inspections
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma/GED preferred

Requirements/Qualifications

• Clean driving record and a valid driver’s license required
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Physical requirements: climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, frequent lifting of 50 pounds, occasional lifting of 75 to 100 pounds, stretching, driving/sitting, using pneumatic and power tools
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures
• Willing and able to take direction and learn new skills 

Preferred:

• Mechanically inclined
• Eager to learn new skills

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.