Reliability Technician I

Wilcox + Flegel•Longview, WA

About The Position

Wilcox + Flegel is looking for a Reliability Services Technician I to join our dedicated team! Each day will bring new challenges with a variety of tasks as you support the team and provide exceptional service to our customers. You’ll have the opportunity to develop and grow professionally in a role focused in lubricant equipment and technical skills. We offer an industry-leading benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, Optional FSA Optional Medical Waive Bonus Company paid Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, and AD&D 401(k) with generous company match Paid Vacation Time, 120 hours per year 7 Paid Holidays Working Holiday Pay Paid Volunteer Hours Employee Fuel Discount Account Wellness Program Incentives Recognition & Reward Program Team Member Referral Bonus Boot Reimbursement Company Mission: To create lasting partnerships with our customers, our employees, and the communities we serve. Vision: We make distribution effortless. Our Core Values: Positively Impacting Others – Create positive energy using empathy and kindness. Adapt to Change – Embrace, encourage and excel in a changing environment. Team Environment – Create synergy with common purpose and commitment. Honest Communication – Communicate to build trust and mutual respect. Safe and Strong Work Ethic – Consistently producing high quality work in a safe manner.

Requirements

Demonstrated aptitude for problem solving; ability to determine solutions for customers.
Results oriented and accountable.
Strong mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of or interest in lubrication science, and applications.
Agile, flexible, and resilient.
Works independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to resolve customer issues and concerns independently when appropriate.
High level of organization and follow through and ability to build successful long-term strategic relationships.
Strong collaboration skills and team player; seeks mutually beneficial wins – for the customer and the company.
Demonstrated excellent customer service with external and internal customers.
Excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills.
Must be highly organized.
Able to assess competing demands and determine the appropriate direction.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments.
High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year of working with heavy or industrial equipment and/or lube related products.
Unencumbered driver’s license and current auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Background in petroleum or relevant industry.
Experience in industrial maintenance.
MLA, MLT preferred (or able to obtain within 6 months of hire).
CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) preferred.
Familiarity using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Proficiency using virtual collaboration software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Monday Board).

Responsibilities

Conducts on-site customer visits.
Replace filters and breathers at customer sites.
Ensures lubricants are compatible with the machine, process fluids in work environment and performs common lubrication tasks.
Troubleshooting, failure analysis, and problem solving of lubrication related equipment failures.
Contamination control, collection, and disposal of used/waste oil.
Ordering, receiving, distributing, and storing parts, conducting regular inventory counts.
Collects, labels, and ships oil samples followed by communication with the oil analysis laboratory.
Supplies management with verbal and written reports (CRM) on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services. Performs other duties as assigned.
Reviews and interprets engineering specifications, schematics, and blueprints to determine work procedures.
Performs lube and fuel filtration as needed.
Works alongside Reliability Technician III to perform advanced installations, repairs, and inspections. Such as installing auto lube equipment and filtration units. Building and dismantling pipe flanges, gaskets, and hoses. Inspecting equipment, filters, and lubricants to recommend preventative maintenance.
Continuously collaborates with and learns from fellow Reliability team members to develop skills in installation, fabrication, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
Provide customer support by answering inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and following up to ensure timely resolution and satisfaction.
Other duties as assigned.