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Lube Mechanic

Elder Corporation
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026


    

Pay: Competitive Wages - Union Scale plus Union Benefits (Free health, dental and vision insurance), 100% Company funded Pension Plan
Required: Hazmat Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, Class B License w/ Air Brakes (Class A Preferred)
Shift: First Shift, Full Time (Must be available all hours and days of the week during construction season starting at 4:00am)
Other: Advancement Opportunities, Boot Reimbursement, Safe/ Clean/ Friendly Environment, Specialty tools

Company Info
Elder Corporation is a family-owned business and values long-term employee relationships. We specialize in massive earthmoving and complex underground utility projects to heavy duty demolition work, and are trusted by thousands of Midwest customers to be their site development partner. Although we require experienced applicants for some positions, we are always looking for employees who are willing to be flexible and learn new skills. To learn more about Elder Corporation, visit our website at 
www.eldercorp.com.

Job Description
The Lube Mechanic is responsible for going to different Elder Corporation job sites to perform preventative maintenance to equipment, visually inspect equipment for noticeable issues, and grease appropriate grease points. This position requires a dedicated individual with a strong work ethic, as the workforce in the field must have the fuel in time to complete their daily schedule. The Lube Mechanic will be responsible for scheduling preventative maintenance with onsite personnel.

 

Responsibilities:
- Perform equipment preventative maintenance as required
- Complete scheduled oil samples (SOS)
- Schedule all preventative maintenance with onsite personnel
- Visually inspect equipment during preventative maintenance process for issues that
          may cause downtime
- Maintain and update equipment records on a computer (Program specific training will
         be provided)
- Provide own tools and possess ability to safely and effectively use them (Specialty 
          tools will be provided)
- Report any mechanical issues to management immediately


Required Skills:
Written and verbal communication skills
- Dependable and willing to report to work on time
- Basic computer skills
- Basic iPhone skills (Ability to operate phone calls and enter data)
- Ability to work independently with little instruction
- Strong work ethic

Preferred Skills:

  • Class A CDL, Hazmat, and Tanker endorsements
  • Prior operating or mechanic experience on CAT and John Deere heavy equipment

 

 

 

Elder Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. 

All prospective employees will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen, physical and a background check. 

 


Elder Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. 

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