About this role
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance like oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, and tire rotations, while also greasing equipment, cleaning engine parts, assisting senior mechanics with repairs, maintaining tools, documenting work, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
- Refuel, grease, and top off fluids on earthmoving and heavy construction equipment
- Perform routine fluid inspections and preventative maintenance tasks
- Conduct and log pre- and post-trip inspections on service truck per DOT regulations
- Maintain accurate fuel/lube usage logs and service records
- Load/unload parts, fluids, and other materials safely and efficiently
- Identify and report fluid leaks or abnormal machine conditions
- Communicate effectively with operations, shop personnel, and purchasing teams
- Comply with company Health & Safety Program, OSHA regulations, and DOT standards
- Travel between job sites throughout the Southwest region
Minimum Requirements:
- Has a basic understanding of equipment
- Acceptable driving record with no violations or accidents in the last 3 years
- Must pass DOT drug screen and MVR check
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in outdoor, physically demanding environments
- Ability to work independently and maintain a professional, safety-focused mindset
- Willingness to work varying hours including early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with diesel fuel systems, grease points, and fluid service intervals
- Understanding of DOT and OSHA requirements for vehicle and equipment operations
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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About Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS)
We are proud to be one of the Midwest’s leading heavy civil infrastructure contractors. Consistently challenging the status quo, we push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our turnkey services provide best-in-class civil construction solutions, ensuring we exceed the needs of every project. No matter the scope, our experts are dedicated to delivering unmatched results. Proudly part of the 100% employee-owned ESS Companies, united in our mission to change lives through ownership while transforming communities across the country.
What you'll do
- The Fuel & Lube Mechanic Assistant will perform basic vehicle maintenance and assist senior mechanics with repairs. Responsibilities also include maintaining tools, documenting work, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
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