The primary objective is to monitor equipment condition on a continuous basis and analyze trends to ascertain the required maintenance interventions (mechanical, electrical, mobile equipment) necessary to maximize equipment reliability, performance and life expectancy, at the lowest possible cost, while maintaining the production functions. The Maintenance Inspector monitors equipment condition, in part, by performing both a formal schedule of systematic inspections (PM) of plant equipment, and non-systematic inspections as required by equipment stoppages, daily incidents and pending turnarounds. The inspector records and analyzes data, then initiates the appropriate work orders, to maintain or replace equipment components so that equipment reliability and performance are maximized, and costs can be minimized and budgeted properly. The Maintenance Inspector initiates the majority of the work performed by the execution group. The formal schedule of PM activities (Master Schedule) is the responsibility of the Maintenance Inspector for development, review and modification. The inspectors use Advanced Detection Techniques (Vibration Analysis, Oil Analysis, NDT, Ultra Sonic, and Thermal Imaging) to perform the equipment inspections. Following repairs and new installations, the Maintenance Inspector performs follow-up inspections and verifies tolerances in critical issues to assure compliance to acceptance standards and the PM Guidelines. Along with the Planner, the Inspector may need to inspect repairs and/or rebuilds being made off-site, and the responsibility is shared for the quality of specialized items received by Stores. The Maintenance Inspector is the recognized technical expert in their area of the plant and they provide advice and support accordingly. They make the most technical decisions regarding plant equipment for the Planner, and coaches other maintenance practitioners whether involved in Inspection or Execution functions. They interact with production personnel regarding operating procedures, which have an impact on equipment. They're a participant in the budgeting process and is the prime source of advice in the planning and scheduling of major maintenance activities. The Maintenance Inspector keeps up-to-date on advances in reliability technology and equipment through participation in the Continental network as well as by maintaining relationships with other practitioners and appropriate suppliers. They use Maximo to help manage activities and to generate the maintenance KPI's which measure the effectiveness of their function. They are also knowledgeable in current safety regulations and guidelines and plays an active role in promotion of plant safety.
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Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Mining (except Oil and Gas)
Education Level
Associate degree