Heavy Equipment Lube Technician

Georgia-Pacific • Fort Dodge, IA

447d • $52,000 - $58,240

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Lube Technician position at Georgia-Pacific's Gypsum facility in Fort Dodge, IA, involves performing maintenance and lubrication tasks on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. This role requires collaboration within a team to maintain high-quality gypsum products and involves working in various environmental conditions. The technician will be responsible for fluid changes, equipment checks, record-keeping, and coordinating repairs, all while adhering to safety protocols.

Requirements

• A High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with Caterpillar VisionLink, CAT ET, Volvo Caretrack, John Deere Service Advisor, Operations Center/JDLink, Wirtgen WITOS, WIDOS systems.
• Experience with lubrication predictive technologies, sample analysis, and lubrication best practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other PC-based production reporting systems applications.
• Experience within any Koch company or its subsidiaries.
• Knowledge of MSHA, MSHA certification for open pit mining.

Responsibilities

• Perform fluid/filter changes at predetermined intervals along with proper sampling of compartments.
• Conduct pre-shift checks of fluid and equipment before equipment goes into service.
• Fuel/grease and inspect machines at the end of shift fuel cycle to document any repairs needing out of plan down time.
• Keep accurate records of work performed using the CMMS and machine telematics systems.
• Track PM schedules of machines to properly plan down time using telematics systems.
• Coordinate procurement of parts to conduct repairs as needed.
• Assist in maintaining proper inventory of stocked parts through assigning said parts to work orders, performing physical counts, and restocking from previous orders.
• Work with a team to complete lubrication maintenance of mobile equipment in accordance with proper lubrication standards.
• Be self-motivated, working with minimal supervision and capable of making decisions.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays when required.
• Work in hot, humid, cold, noisy, dusty, and wet environments.
• Follow company policies and practices including lock tag verify procedures and wearing all required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for growth
• Team-based environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Wood Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED