Vibration Analyst

Caltrol•Chandler, AZ

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Vibration Analyst, you will manage PdM programs and provide specialized machinery services, including vibration analysis, laser alignment, on-site balancing, and advanced troubleshooting. This role supports customers across critical industrial operations and plays a key part in improving equipment reliability and operational performance. At Caltrol, you'll do far more than collect vibration data. You'll become a trusted reliability advisor working with some of the most critical industrial operations across California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education, military training, and relevant industry experience.
4+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, machinery diagnostics, reliability, predictive maintenance, or rotating equipment environments.
4+ years of hands-on experience performing vibration analysis, laser alignment, and machinery balancing.
Experience conducting advanced machinery diagnostics and troubleshooting, including phase analysis, resonance testing, root cause identification, and development of corrective actions.
Strong knowledge of rotating equipment commonly found in industrial facilities, including motors, pumps, fans, blowers, compressors, gearboxes, and associated driven equipment.
Experience using vibration analyzers, condition monitoring systems, and vibration analysis software (Emerson AMS experience is a plus), along with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently from a home office and maintain reliable high-speed internet service.
Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical findings and recommendations to a variety of audiences.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by company insurance requirements and motor vehicle record (MVR) standards.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout California, Nevada, and Arizona, including occasional overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

ISO Category II Vibration Analyst certification (or ability to obtain with company support)
Experience supporting Predictive Maintenance (PdM) or Condition Monitoring programs
Strong knowledge of laser alignment methods, coupling configurations, and machinery installation best practices
Experience with dynamic and static balancing techniques
Familiarity with reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), condition-based maintenance (CBM), and machinery health management technologies
Experience mentoring technicians or analysts and contributing to technical team development

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted reliability partner, helping customers improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and increase asset reliability across a wide range of industrial environments.
Perform vibration analysis, laser alignment, on-site balancing, and advanced machinery diagnostics to identify and resolve rotating equipment issues.
Manage and support Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs through data collection, analysis, reporting, and the use of industry-leading reliability tools and software.
Analyze condition monitoring and route-based data, independently develop technical findings and recommendations, and prepare comprehensive customer reports.
Develop, maintain, and optimize vibration monitoring databases, including route creation, measurement-point setup, alarm strategies, and fault-frequency configurations.
Partner directly with customers through on-site visits, troubleshooting activities, acceptance testing, and technical consultations to solve critical machinery and process challenges.
Collaborate with manufacturers, engineers, maintenance teams, and internal reliability specialists to drive continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.
Identify opportunities to strengthen customer reliability programs and expand the value of predictive maintenance and condition monitoring services.
Mentor and support the development of junior Machinery Analysts while contributing to the growth and technical excellence of Caltrol's Reliability Services team.
Continuously expand your expertise through hands-on field experience, advanced training, professional development opportunities, and industry-recognized certifications.

Benefits

Company-provided truck for business travel
Per diem/travel benefits
Work-from-home flexibility when not supporting customers in the field.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Ongoing professional development, technical training, and certification support.
Exposure to a wide variety of industries, equipment, and reliability technologies
Profit-sharing opportunities
401(k) with employer match
Generous paid time off +10 paid holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision – all effective 1st day of the month after your hire date
Free and unlimited virtual care access to a dedicated physician
HSA (Caltrol also contributes) + a FSA
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short-term disability
Student loan repayment match program
Tuition/education reimbursement
Annual wellness benefits, including discounts on gym, on-demand fitness, and wearable technology
Pet insurance and a pet discount program
Travel assistance
Broad selection of voluntary insurance programs, including accident, critical illness, long-term disability, and legal