JOB SUMMARY
The Shop Oiler is responsible for the frontline preventative maintenance and lubrication of asphalt plant equipment, heavy mobile machinery, and on-highway assets. This role involves cross-functional duties that bridge plant operations and equipment maintenance to ensure maximum production efficiency and safety.
As a key member of the maintenance team, the Oiler must embody Martin Marietta’s “Safety First” culture, prioritizing a zero-incident environment while identifying early signs of mechanical wear and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the shop and plant environment.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute daily and scheduled greasing and lubrication of assigned fixed or mobile equipment.
- Monitor, check, and replenish oil, fuel, coolant, and hydraulic fluid levels in both stationary plant equipment and mobile machinery (loaders, pavers, rollers, dump trucks).
- Perform routine changes of oil and air filters; clean breathers and lubricate gearboxes and transmissions.
- Observe automatic lubrication systems and panels, adjusting valves or flow rates to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Safely operate a front-end loader, skid steer, and water truck to support plant operations and maintain material stockpiles.
- Drive and operate fuel/lube trucks to provide on-site fueling and service to paving crews and equipment in the field.
- Support Mechanics and Plant Operators in performing minor mechanical or electrical repairs; assist with component replacement during plant shutdowns or outages.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the plant and shop areas, including sweeping, shoveling spilled material, and clearing debris from around conveyors and drive systems.
- Conduct daily pre- and post-shift inspections on equipment; identify and report safety hazards or mechanical defects immediately.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding spill prevention and the proper disposal of used oils and filters.
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of all lubrication tasks, fuel consumption, and maintenance performed on each piece of equipment.
- Monitor levels of lubricants, filters, and shop supplies, reporting needs to the supervisor to ensure zero downtime due to lack of materials.
- Actively participate in the hazard recognition program by documenting near-misses and implementing safety improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience
Class B CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsement
Work Experience
Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment/on-highway truck maintenance experience and/or CDL driving in a related field that showcases the desired skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Equipment analysis and general repair concepts
Oil and lubricant maintenance concepts
Troubleshooting
Mechanical aptitude
Technical aptitude
OSHA compliance and regulations
Detailed oriented
Effective communication (written and spoken)
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Physical Requirements
You must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs regularly.
Scaling ladders and stairs on asphalt plants or large mobile equipment (sometimes at heights up to 100 feet).
Frequent stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, and balancing.
Significant overhead reaching and the ability to operate hand and foot controls simultaneously.
Travel
Based at fixed location
Working Conditions
All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty.andnbsp;Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.
Must supply own working set of mechanical tools (check with local shop for specific details).
Union
We are excited to share the base hourly rate for this position is $34.01+. Membership with the International Union ofandnbsp;Operating Engineers Local Union No, 9andnbsp;is required upon hire. Condition and terms of employment and benefits are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.andnbsp;
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