Equipment Condition Specialist

Colorado Springs Utilities•NIXON, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Nixon Power Plant is seeking to hire an Equipment Condition Specialist to support condition monitoring and predictive maintenance efforts across critical rotating and stationary assets. This role focuses on vibration analysis, equipment diagnostics, and driving reliability improvements. The specialist will collect and analyze condition-monitoring data (vibration, oil, thermography, NDT), diagnose equipment faults, support root cause failure analysis, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to enhance asset reliability and reduce downtime. Responsibilities also include developing reliability strategies, validating repairs, and supporting acceptance testing of new or refurbished equipment in a safety-driven environment.

Requirements

Demonstrated hands-on experience in predictive maintenance and/or the repair of systems and equipment, including pumps, fans, mechanical drive units, and electrical systems.
Vibration Analysis Certification ISO Category I
Lube Oil Analysis Certification MLA I
Airborne Ultrasound Level I
Infrared Thermography Level I

Nice To Haves

Level II Vibration Analyst certification
Level I NDT certifications in UT, MT, PT, VT

Responsibilities

Collect predictive maintenance (PdM) data, with a primary focus on vibration analysis, supported by oil sampling, infrared (IR) thermography, and airborne ultrasound
Analyze collected condition monitoring data to assess equipment health and identify potential failures.
Develop and deliver clear, concise condition reports with actionable recommendations.
Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) using ultrasound, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and radiographic methods and prepare detailed reports.
Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to support troubleshooting and repair planning
Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) efforts and recommend actions to improve equipment reliability
Document inspection and test results accurately, ensuring traceable records for audits and reliability analysis
Validate repairs through post-maintenance testing to ensure equipment reliability is restored
Perform testing and acceptance inspections on new or refurbished equipment
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of reliability strategies, standards, and programs
Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and safety regulations during all inspections and testing activities

Benefits

Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave – 3 days per year
Paid Holidays – 12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness