Lube Technician

Are you highly driven, dependable, detailed, take initiative, and have a mechanical aptitude? Do you want to do impactful work and be appreciated? If so, YOU may be just who we are looking for!

Jammie's Environmental, Inc. ("JEI") is the preferred company to call when our customers - which include public sector and some of the largest manufacturers in the PNW - have an industrial cleaning, hydro-blasting, vacuum excavation or hazardous/non-hazardous waste cleanup need.

We are growing because of our commitment to excellence in Safety, Quality, and Customer Service. Our services have expanded to derailments and other railroad and waterway services. We have an additional office in Pasco, WA, and we currently offer services in multiple states. Come grow with us!

We are seeking a Lube Technician (full-time) to support fleet maintenance in our Longview, WA shop. This position will be working day shift at this time (ideally 5:30 am to 2 pm with some flexibility to meet needs) and may change to swing shift at a later date to meet business needs. The Lube Technician performs basic preventative maintenance on company vehicles, heavy equipment, and fleet assets to support safe and efficient operations.

This role will have a heavy emphasis on lubrication, including greasing and oil changes, as well as driving to pick up and drop off parts and equipment as needed.

This position is safety-sensitive and subject to federal regulation by the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For more information, see "Safety-Sensitive & Drug/Alcohol Testing" section below.

Competitive hourly compensation commensurate with experience. The pay range for this role is $24-$28 per hour. While starting pay is typically closer to the beginning of the pay range, actual pay within the range is based on qualifications and experience.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance including lubrication and greasing, oil changes, filter replacement, fluid checks and refills, and inspection, replacement, and testing of required lights and reflectors
• Act as parts runner, driving to drop off and pick up parts and equipment as needed
• Look for and report on any leaks found
• Ensure windshield wipers are not missing, damaged, or inoperable
• Inspect windshields for cracks, discoloration, obstacles, etc.
• Conduct inspections and identify general mechanical or safety concerns
• Maintain work orders, service records, and inspection logs
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work area
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the U.S. JEI does not currently sponsor employment visas.
• Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to satisfy lawful pre-employment, periodic, and ongoing screenings, including background (criminal, work experience, educational, reference checks, motor vehicle/driving record, DOT Clearinghouse, etc.) and DOT-regulated drug/alcohol testing (includes testing for marijuana THC) where permitted by law. Must be able to gain TWIC card.
• Ability to utilize basic vehicle maintenance equipment such as grease guns, screwdrivers, wrenches, hand drills, etc.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to perform successfully while working independently as well as within teams
• Must be able to display motivation and self-initiation
• Ability to accurately apply basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow all company policies and practices
• Must have a mechanical aptitude and be solution-oriented with ability to apply critical thinking skills and solve problems
• Must apply and maintain attention to detail and be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be safety-focused, dependable, reliable, and responsible
• Must be a self-starter, show motivation in their work, and be willing and able to develop and grow
• Must be adaptable and flexible to various environments, people, and application of how we approach and perform work.
• Vocational training in automotive technology (preferred but not required)

Safety-Sensitive & Drug/Alcohol Testing
All JEI employees who perform work in field operations, visit or perform work at job sites, or operate a company vehicle are considered to be in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated position and are required to complete and pass DOT-regulated drug screenings for pre-employment and post-employment screenings, including ongoing random drug pool testing (occurs company-wide as frequently as monthly), post-accident/incident, return to work, follow-up, and reasonable suspicion.

DOT-regulated drug screenings test for marijuana (THC) as well as other controlled substances, and a positive result, refusal to test/retest, or refusal to complete testing is considered a failed test. A failed test, refusal to test, or violation of…