Job Description

POSITION: Lubrication Technician (Man as per WV School Law)

IMMEDIATE

SUPERVISOR: Chief Mechanic/Director of Transportation

EMPLOYMENT 240 Days

TERM:

SALARY: Pay Grade C

EVALUATION: Director of Transportation

JOB SUMMARY: To be successful as a lube technician, you should have strong mechanical skills and adhere to all safety procedures and practices. Ultimately, an outstanding lube technician should be able to communicate effectively with bus operators and mechanics and demonstrate excellent time management skills.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applying lubricants to the moving parts of county vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear and ensure optimal engine performance.
• Inspect and lubricate wheel bearings as necessary.
• Inspect and lubricate all grease points.
• Performing engine cleanings to prevent rust formation.
• Replacing cabin, fuel, air, DPF, transmission, and oil filters as required.
• Inspect, replace and rotate tires as necessary.
• Testing tire pressure and adding air as needed.
• Thoroughly inspecting fleet vehicles for defects.
• Making recommendations for additional servicing based on initial vehicle inspections.
• Notifying the mechanic when vehicle maintenance or servicing cannot be completed within scheduled timeframes.
• Preparing detailed vehicle service reports.
• Replacing vehicle wiper blades and batteries as needed.
• Changing motor oil as well as transmission and brake fluid as needed.
• Keeping vehicle interiors clean while performing maintenance and servicing tasks.
• Maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Mechanic and/or Director of Transportation

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical experience
• Valid Driver License – must obtain a CDL Class B with P and S Endorsement within six months of hire
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Detail-oriented.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• A detailed knowledge and understanding of Lubrication Best Practices is a plus.
• Must be knowledgeable of the safe usage of tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job,

the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use

technology such as computers and multi-media equipment and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 100 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most commonly, the setting is indoors with outdoor settings as required. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB). Steel toed shoes/boots are required.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.