Lube Technician

About the company

Overaa Construction has been building the Bay Area since 1907.
Based in Richmond, we are a leading general contractor serving commercial, education, healthcare, life science, water, industrial, energy, and transportation markets. What truly sets Overaa apart is our people — a team of highly skilled, self-performing craft professionals backed by a culture that feels more like family than a job site.

For more than a decade, Overaa has been recognized as a Bay Area Best Place to Work and consistently outperforms industry benchmarks in compensation and benefits. We’re proud of our legacy, serious about quality, and excited to welcome talented builders who share our values and want to grow their careers with a company that’s here for the long haul.

Location Requirement: This role requires on‑site work in Richmond, CA. Only candidates currently residing within commuting distance or already planning a move to the Bay Area will be considered. 

The lube technician shall be responsible for the service and lubrication of company owned vehicles and equipment to company standards. The lube technician plays a key role in equipment performance & reliability.  Working as a team player to identify maintenance needs and providing information so that decisions can be made and downtime minimized. Maintenance activities will be coordinated through the Equipment Manager. 

Primary Responsibilities

Perform service, lubrication & minor maintenance on company vehicles, equipment and tools.  All equipment should be safe and in good working condition.  All repairs will be scheduled and coordinated through the Equipment Manager.  Notify the Equipment Manager of any vandalism or abuse of vehicles, equipment and tools.

Create service routes; working collaboratively with project supervision & the operations coordinator to perform required tasks & minimize downtime.

Support the tool and equipment department as needed.  Delivery & pick-up work, yard and shop housekeeping and various tasks to maximize the efficiency of the yard operations. 

Maintain a clean and organized work area.  The shop, yard and service truck are to be kept clean, organized and safe at all times.

Maintain stock of necessary consumables for maintenance.  Oil, oil filters, air filters and other high    use parts shall be kept on site in an organized manner.

Qualifications

Minimum five years experience in automotive and/or heavy equipment industry.  Heavy equipment experience preferred.

Valid California drivers license with a clean MVR.

Technical and/or Trade School experience preferred.

Participate in training and continuing education to enhance the skills necessary to effectively perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.

Strong verbal communication skills.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance manuals.

Takes initiative to understand all aspects of what needs to be done to complete an assignment.

Self starter with a learning attitude.

Planning, organization and time management skills.

Characteristics of Excellent Performance

Places a high value on customer service.

Understands and identifies priorities and effectively coordinates.

Excellent follow through on assignments and conveys status without having to be asked.

Ability to work well under pressure.

Demonstrates consistently helpful and collaborative behavior.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires work in an office/maintenance shop environment. Requires frequent standing, bending/stooping, lifting and walking, use of hands to handle objects.  Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Note:  This job description reflects a summary of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned.  The job description is subject to change at any time.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $ 80,000 per year. This does not include bonus compensation or other benefits such as health, disability, life, retirement, or other benefits which may impact total compensation. The actual offered salary to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to skill set, experience, education, qualifications, and location. This salary range is subject to future modification.

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Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran