Industrial Preventative Maintenance - Reliability Specialist

Novaspect Inc • Elk Grove Township, IL

14h • $70,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Novaspect, Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner, the global leader of automation systems and solutions, is currently offering an opportunity for a Reliability Specialist to join our fast paced, customer-oriented team. We need someone who enjoys taking the initiative to produce timely and accurate results! The successful candidate will apply and implement predictive technologies for the successful execution of reliability service contracts.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Knowledge of machinery fundamentals, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, blowers, compressors, etc.
• Strong experience with vibration analysis on rotating equipment using industry-standard tools and techniques
• 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 50lbs
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in loud industrial environments

Nice To Haves

• Experience with multiple predictive technologies preferred
• Experience with Asset Management/Reliability programs and associated software & service programs preferred
• Certified in Vibration Analysis Category II (CAT II) preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and concise reports on recommendations for repairs and urgency for problems identified
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of routine and advanced data acquisition techniques, knowledge in spectral, time waveform, and Peakvue analysis
• Able to setup vibration routes for routine monitoring on diverse plant equipment and provide database maintenance on a regular and consistent basis
• Develop and maintain advanced knowledge and experience in balancing rotating equipment and laser alignment on complex machine trains
• Able to plan, schedule and manage travel, appointments, and activities independently, willing to work off hours as required by customers
• Respond to customer requests in a timely and professional manner
• Make difficult decisions independently in ambiguous situations
• Provide coaching to reliability technicians on technical and non-technical skills and sign off on qualifications
• Act as a subject matter expert in at least two predictive technologies other than vibration
• Provide input and guidance to quoting team for creating customer proposals
• Provide guidance and coaching to customers on technical skills and Reliability Program development
• Create procedures and work instructions
• Maintaining good customer relationships and assist team leadership and sales team in assessing and maintaining a best-in-class customer experience

Benefits

• Generous paid time off; starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Paid Sick & Safety Time (PSST)
• 401K with 6% company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Excellent health & wellness benefits
• Student debt & tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus

What This Job Offers

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