Reliability Technician

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•Carthage, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This role will be responsible for driving improvements in the reliability of rotating and reciprocating equipment (internal combustion engines, compressors, fans, pumps, motors etc.) for NG & NGL. This will be achieved through the active monitoring and evaluation using specialized analysis equipment. As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED is required.
Must hold a valid Driver License and have an excellent driving record.
Minimum of 5 years of experience with reciprocating and rotating machinery repair and/or machinery diagnostics.
Thorough understanding of the mechanical aspects of gas compression equipment and their support systems.
Excellent planning and organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize assignments according to business needs.
Excellent written and oral communications skills – proven ability to produce clear, concise written reports, and discuss and review, and present technical information.
Experience with reciprocating engine/motor/compressor condition monitoring systems.
Demonstrated ability to analyze engines and compressor with Windrock Analyzer.
Demonstrated ability to investigate and troubleshoot vibration problems, with an understanding of spectral analysis.

Responsibilities

Creates and maintains a culture of safe, reliable, and compliant operations.
Collect and analyze vibration data on rotating and reciprocating equipment, using a Windrock Analyzer to identify issues (e.g., compressor valve leakage, misalignment).
Support the evaluation of preventative maintenance scope and timing through independent assessments using vibration equipment, borescopes, and engine/compressor analyzers.
Provides technical assistance in the operations and maintenance of equipment and provides training on equipment operations and maintenance policies and procedures.
Supports Project Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance with the installation and commissioning of new equipment in accordance with company standards.
Actively participate in RCFA investigations, providing vibration data and insights to identify failure causes and support standard practice development.
Calibrates and maintains analytical equipment.
Must be comfortable working with remote supervision.
Travel is required and may occasionally include out-of-town nights and weekend travel.