What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lube Tech position at Canfor?
The Opportunity:
As a Lube Technician, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining our equipment and ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine – literally! You’ll be responsible for lubricating machinery, performing routine maintenance, and helping prevent breakdowns. If you’re proactive, detail-oriented, and enjoy working with your hands, this job at our sawmill in Graham, NC, might just be for you! Join us and discover a pathway for career advancement, where your hard work is not only recognized, but rewarded.
This role is a full-time permanent position working the evening shift Monday through Friday.
What you will do as a Lube Technician:
As a Lube Technician, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining our equipment and ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine – literally! You’ll be responsible for lubricating machinery, performing routine maintenance, and helping prevent breakdowns. If you’re proactive, detail-oriented, and enjoy working with your hands, this job at our sawmill in Graham, NC, might just be for you! Join us and discover a pathway for career advancement, where your hard work is not only recognized, but rewarded.
This role is a full-time permanent position working the evening shift Monday through Friday.
What you will do as a Lube Technician:
- Regularly lubricate all machinery and equipment to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, filter replacements, and checking fluid levels.
- Conduct regular machinery inspections to identify and address potential issues before they become major problems.
- Maintain accurate records of all lubrication and maintenance activities.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safety working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
- Assist with diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues as they arise.
- Keep track of lubrication supplies and ensure timely reordering to prevent shortages.
- Work closely with mechanics, operators, and other team members to support overall maintenance efforts.
- Previous experience as a lube technician or in a similar maintenance role, preferably in a sawmill or industrial setting.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with various types of machinery equipment.
- Excellent attention to detail to ensure thorough lubrication and maintenance.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting heavy objects, standing for long periods, and working in various weather conditions.
- Good troubleshooting skills and the ability to think on your feet.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
- High school diploma or equivalent. Technical training in mechanics a related field is a plus.