Reliability Technician

Tidal Vision•Beaumont, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an adaptable and organized individual to join our team as a Reliability Technician. This person is responsible for improving equipment reliability, reducing unplanned downtime, and supporting safe, efficient plant operations. This role combines predictive maintenance, precision maintenance practices, equipment diagnostics, and preventive maintenance program development in order to identify equipment issues, perform failure analysis, develop corrective actions, and implement reliability improvements across the facility.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in reliability, maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial operations
Experience working with and troubleshooting: Process Flow Systems, Blend Tanks, Centrifugal Pumps, Gaskets and Mechanical Seals, Pump Cavitation Detection, Pump Reliability Programs, Conveyor Systems, PLC-Controlled Equipment, Direct Drive Motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Experience reading and interpreting P&IDs

Nice To Haves

Experience in chemical processing, water treatment, oil & gas, or similar industrial environments
Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or related field
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Experience with MaintainX CMMS
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) certification

Responsibilities

Must operate and work within our Mission-Driven Culture Core Values and Principles and encourage others to do the same.
Support equipment commissioning and startup activities.
Perform mechanical and electrical diagnostics on plant equipment.
Assist in maintenance planning and scheduling activities.
Execute predictive maintenance (PdM) activities including vibration analysis, thermal imaging, leak detection, and condition monitoring.
Develop and maintain preventive maintenance (PM) programs within the CMMS.
Perform precision maintenance practices to improve asset life and performance.
Identify reliability risks and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Monitor equipment health and identify early indicators of failure.
Identify failure modes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Troubleshoot pumps, motors, drives, mixers, conveyors, and process systems.
Analyze recurring maintenance issues and develop long-term solutions.
Evaluate pump performance issues including cavitation, seal failures, and vibration concerns.
Follow all safety procedures and plant operating standards.
Execute work in accordance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Update P&IDs and equipment documentation as required.
Maintain accurate maintenance and reliability records within the CMMS.