Preventive Maintenance Technician

Job in New Orleans, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, 70123, USA

Listing for: Boh Bros. Construction Co.

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11

Job specializations:

Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor, Installation Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 55000 USD Yearly USD 40000.00 55000.00 YEAR

Location: New Orleans

Job Summary

This individual inspects and performs routine preventive maintenance services and determines maintenance needs on heavy construction equipment. This work is performed both on the job site itself as well as in the Company’s shops.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Replacing oils and other fluids in various pieces of equipment including but not limited to: welding machines, excavators, dozers, cranes, air compressors, back hoes, etc.

Inspects equipment using a work order checklist given for each preventive maintenance job.

Obtains oil samples from equipment and properly documents information.

Maintains a safe work environment by verifying the operations of vehicle and equipment safety devices and by following safety standards and procedures.

Adheres to all company and OSHA mandated safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.

Follows established EPA laws and local regulations involving chemical use, disposal, and identification reporting guidelines.

Practices good housekeeping and safeguards resources.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

Experience with heavy equipment; preferred experience servicing and maintaining equipment.
Ability to comply with all DOT requirements, including an applicable Class D license and MVR.
Ability to work overtime when needed.
Ability to successfully complete site‑specific safety training courses and tests.
Detail oriented and thorough in completing tasks assigned.
Dependable, fulfilling commitments.
Capable of exercising sound independent judgment.
Ability to work safely and comply with the Company’s safety policies and procedures.

Boh Bros. is a union contractor. All wages and benefits are determined by the union agreement. All new hires will be paid 90% of the journeyman scale for the first 300 hours of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.