Lube Technician
Job in
Metropolis, Massac County, Illinois, 62960, USA
Listed on 2026-11-02
Listing for:
OTC Industrial
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-11-02
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As an industrial lubrication technician you will responsible for applying oils, greases, and fluids, monitoring mechanical systems, and preventing contamination in manufacturing or heavy industrial plants.
Physical
Job Location:
Onsite in Metropolis, IL. A REAL required for this position.
This position offers an hourly wage starting at $36+/hr. depending on experience and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Lubrication Application: Apply exact oils, greases, or solid lubricants to production equipment, motors, gearboxes, bearings, pumps, and compressors according to strict schedules.
- System Inspections: Check machinery for leaks, contamination, wear, and improper fluid levels.
- Oil and Grease Sampling: Collect fluid samples for condition monitoring, oil analysis, and early failure detection.
- Contamination Control: Maintain clean lubricant storage, proper handling, and dedicated dispensing tools to prevent dirt or cross-contamination.
- Documentation & CMMS: Log completed routes, update maintenance records, and track equipment status using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or route-based software.
- Reliability Support: Assist maintenance technicians with preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma in industrial maintenance or a related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on mechanical or industrial maintenance experience.
- Technical
Skills:
Mechanical aptitude, understanding of fluid properties, and ability to read equipment manuals. - Physical Demands: Ability to lift heavy objects, work around large or running machinery, and stand or move for long shifts.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision care coverage, short- and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance. We also offer a wellness discount and a stipend for safety shoes & glasses.
- Financial Security: We provide a 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%, robust referral bonuses, and relocation assistance.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid time off (PTO) and tuition assistance to support your career growth and personal life.
- Career Growth Opportunities: At OTC Industrial Technologies, we believe in investing in our employees' development. We offer various training programs and career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
Learn more about OTC here:
About Us | OTC Industrial Technologies
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