Job Description
The Lube Maintenance Technician is responsible for servicing mine equipment (oil, grease, hydraulic, fuel, etc.) in an underground and above ground mining environment. Will assist mechanics in the inspection, service,
maintenance, etc. of mining equipment.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Keep accurate records of equipment fluid servicing.
- Highly responsible for keeping with schedule. Lubing and fueling must be done as quickly and accurately as possible in order to reduce the amount of downtime for each piece of equipment.
- Coordinate equipment service activities with operations and maintenance team members.
- Check and fill fluid levels, service lube points and perform routine preventative maintenance.
- Assist in maintaining inventory of service kits, lubes, oils, and other supplies.
- Inspecting & taking notes with operator to identify leaks, abnormal engine noise, overheating, damage,
excessive wear.
- Maintain proper fluid levels in the lube truck.
- Perform Pre-Ops on the lube truck.
- Ensure grease tanks are full for the automatic grease systems.
- Follow the best practices in contamination control in filtration & fluid cleanliness.
- Protects the environment by preventing, controlling, and reporting any fuel and lube spills.
- Operate service truck safely and efficiently.
- Comply with all Redpath USA Corporation and Owners safety regulations and procedures.
- Will assist mechanics in the inspection, service, preventative maintenance and minor maintenance of
mining equipment as directed.
- Ability to safely operate and move various mine equipment for servicing.
- Understand confined space, fall protection, equipment isolation, and standards and procedures.
- Responsible to keep work areas safe and free of hazards. Performs Field Level Risk Assessments.
- Must be able to follow proper procedures to ensure safety and to control equipment damage.
- Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe
and efficient manner.
- Comply with daily, weekly and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality with respect to Redpath and client information.
- Complies with and ensure compliance with Redpath’s Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals, handbooks, directives, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Able to work in excess of 40 hours a week, overtime, day and nights, weekends, holidays and shift rotations.
- Compliance with Redpath Core Competencies is an essential duty and responsibility.
- The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned
and are not necessarily all inclusive.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist other job functions as required.
- May operate equipment such as: forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment.
Education
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School, GED, and/or higher education.
Work Experience
- Minimum one year of experience as a Lube Technician.
- Experience in Underground mining.
- If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements
to be an eligible user of company vehicles. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
- Proficient in the use of computers and associated software.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.
Knowledge Required
- Understanding of servicing fluids and basic mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment.
- Ability to read and understand materials commonly used in the product service and maintenance function (service and parts manuals, technical bulletins, and other related articles).
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and
procedure manuals.
- Must have a working knowledge of all tools and equipment necessary to work as a lube technician.
- Experience with OEM maintenance repair manuals and schematics applicable to mine equipment servicing.
- High level of attention to detail, neatness and accuracy
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Other Requirements
- Ability to pass background clearance check, drug screening and physical.
- Must have a mechanics basic set of hand tools up to a two-inch minimum.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
About Us
In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
