Lube Technician

Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready‑mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Duties and responsibilities include inspecting vehicles with diesel engines and making sure that all of the moving engine parts, as well as any other moving parts in the vehicle, are lubricated with grease or other recommended lubricant. You also check vehicle fluid levels, change oil, replace oil and air filters, visually inspect belts and hoses for signs of wear, and inspect for other repairs that may be required.

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance (change oil and filter, lubrication, coolant, and fuel).
• Analyzes malfunctions and report the need for further diagnostics or repair to shift lead or shop foreman.
• Operates and inspects vehicles equipment to diagnose defects.
• Dismantles and reassembles equipment using hand tools.
• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear.
• Use computer‑based maintenance software to create work orders, schedule PMs, and document needed repairs.
• Perform general cleaning of work areas and maintenance areas.
• Assist other maintenance department staff in performing the duties necessary to assure the efficiency of operations of vehicles.
• May work in the shop, yard, or on job sites.
• Ability to perform DOT inspections and brake adjustments.
• Perform and maintain fluid analysis program.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

• Must possess a valid state Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with both Tanker and Hazmat endorsements.

• Demonstrates the ability to work in a safe manner as well as maintain a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude in a team environment.
• Demonstrates good performance, safety, attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Demonstrates the willingness to learn and work a variety of job tasks.

GRIP - with at least 75 lbs. of force

CLIMBING - in, around, and on equipment

HEAVY LIFTING - of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist

CARRYING - awkward parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. for 50 feet or more

HIGH LIFT - of up to 50 lbs. floor to shoulder

AWKWARD LIFT - of up to 35 lbs. shoulder to away from body

FLEXIBILITY - awkward reaches

BALANCE – including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.

VISION - 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions

HEARING – corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the…