Reliability Specialist

Midwest Valve Services, LLC • Woodbury, MN

10d • $70,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Novaspect, Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner, is seeking a Reliability Specialist to join its fast-paced, customer-oriented team. The role applies and implements predictive technologies to support the successful execution of reliability service contracts. The specialist analyzes equipment data, provides repair recommendations and urgency assessments, supports vibration monitoring and database maintenance, and performs balancing and laser alignment on complex machinery. The position requires independent planning and decision-making, timely customer service, technician training, and travel to customer sites, branch offices, and other locations as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• CAT I or CAT II Vibration Analysis Certification or equivalent certifications.
• Knowledge of machinery fundamentals, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, blowers, and compressors.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Detailed knowledge of general mechanical fundamentals, such as fits and tolerances.
• Strong understanding of electro-mechanical fundamentals.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional team player with a solution focus.
• Ability to comply with customer site safety regulations.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; grasp and manipulate small objects or tools; work with hand tools; work at heights; stoop, crawl, and crouch while working on equipment; work in confined spaces; and remain on feet for 8 hours per day.
• Ability to work in loud industrial environments, around industrial equipment with exposed moving parts, and in high- and cold-temperature environments for extended hours.
• Ability to climb stairs carrying up to 20 lbs and climb a 20-foot-or-higher ladder with equipment.
• Ability to drive an average of 3–4 hours at a time and up to 8 hours in a day as needed.
• Ability to have a face free from hair on occasions when a respirator is required.
• Ability to work on a computer for an extended period.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with multiple predictive technologies.
• Experience with Asset Management/Reliability programs and associated software and service programs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze identified problems and provide concise reports with repair recommendations and urgency assessments.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of routine and advanced data acquisition techniques, including spectral, time waveform, and Peakvue analysis.
• Set up vibration routes for routine monitoring of diverse plant equipment and regularly maintain databases.
• Develop and maintain advanced knowledge and experience in balancing rotating equipment and laser alignment on complex machine trains.
• Independently plan, schedule, and manage travel, appointments, and activities.
• Respond to customer requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Make difficult decisions independently in ambiguous situations.
• Provide training to reliability technicians.
• Travel to customer sites throughout Novaspect's territory, Novaspect branch offices, and other locations as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Paid Sick & Safety Time (PSST).
• 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Student debt and tuition reimbursement.
• Referral bonus.
• Potential 5% bonus.
• Eligible for a company vehicle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED