Lubrication Technician

Who We Are:

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI) is a leading solutions provider to the energy industry. Atlas’ portfolio of offerings includes oilfield logistics, distributed power systems, and the largest proppant supply network in the Permian Basin. With a focus on leveraging technology, automation, and remote operations to enhance efficiencies, Atlas is centered around a core mission of improving human beings’ access to hydrocarbons that power our lives and, by doing so, maximizing value creation for our shareholders.

How You Will Make an Impact:

This position is critical to equipment reliability and conveyor uptime. A strong lubrication program significantly reduces failures, improves asset life, and supports a proactive maintenance culture. The Lubrication Technician will play a key role in maintaining those standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform lubrication routes including greasing, oil changes, top-offs, and re-lubrication based on OEM requirements and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies.

• Maintain proper lubricant inventory, storage, handling, and labeling according to contamination control standards.

• Ensure correct lubricant selection for each asset, referencing OEM specs and plant lubrication standards.

• Conduct routine inspections of bearings, motors, gearboxes, chains, couplings, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical assets.

• Identify and report abnormalities such as overheating, noise, leaks, misalignment, and contamination.

• Perform oil sampling, filter changes, and basic oil analysis tests (viscosity, moisture detection, particle assessment).

• Record all lubrication activities in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Maintain up-to-date lubrication routes, schedules, and equipment lists.

• Document inspection findings and escalate issues and create work orders.

• Assist in developing and optimizing lubrication standards, routes, and PM tasks.

• Support root-cause analysis (RCA) for lubrication-related failures.

• Participate in reliability initiatives including 5S, contamination control, and continuous improvement projects.

• Provide feedback to improve equipment design for better lubrication accessibility and durability.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience in industrial maintenance or mechanical systems.

• Basic understanding of lubrication principles and mechanical components.

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (PMs, OEM manuals, SDS sheets).

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision.

• Certification such as ICML Level I (MLT I or MLA I) or willingness to obtain.

• Experience working with CMMS systems (HxGN, Maximo, Infor, etc.).

• Experience with oil sampling, contamination control, or condition monitoring tools.

• Knowledge of lubricants (oils, greases, synthetics) and their applications.

• Understanding of equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, and bearings.

• Ability to work safely with chemicals and rotating machinery.

• Strong communication and documentation skills.

• Proactive mindset with a reliability-focused approach.

Working Conditions

• Industrial environment that may include noise, dust, heat, and exposure to lubricants/chemicals.

• Regular walking, lifting (up to ~50 lbs), and climbing to access equipment.

• Use of PPE as required.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• Best People and Team. Great Places to Work, Hire Vets, Top Place to Work For – Austin American Statesman

• Your Well-Being is a Priority. 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Invest in Your Future. 401K with company match, immediate vesting