Vibration Asset Specialist

Applied Control•Centennial, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vibration Asset Specialist manages multiple Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs, including route-based programs and remotely monitored wireless and online systems. The role provides high-level customer support remotely and on-site, supports cloud-hosted applications, performs on-site balancing and laser alignment, and conducts in-depth machinery troubleshooting. Work spans industries such as biopharmaceuticals, power, water treatment, manufacturing, central utilities, and mining. The specialist independently analyzes vibration data, maintains PdM and reporting databases, and delivers timely reports that support proactive maintenance, machinery reliability, and reduced downtime and operating costs. The role also supports customers and colleagues with troubleshooting, maintains effective communication between analysts and customers, and builds customer relationships to support service-contract renewal and expansion. The position is primarily home-office based, with periodic customer-site visits and regular local travel. Customer sites may involve varying environmental conditions and demanding physical requirements. Travel is stated as 75% regular local travel and 25% occasional travel within the larger territory. Compensation is listed by analyst level: Level II Vibration Analyst, $35.81–$42.52; Level III Vibration Analyst, $38.16–$53.77. Work experience, industry knowledge, and unique skills are considered when setting base wage. Additional incentive compensation may include a quarterly sales bonus, an annual sales escalation payment, and annual profit share.

Requirements

Certified Level II Vibration Analyst.
Proficiency with vibration analysis tools, software, and hardware, and a general understanding of servers and networks.
Experience with wireless and wired machinery vibration data collection.
Experience with remote monitoring concepts.
Ability to provide technical expertise across technologies and applications related to machinery health and optimization.
Ability to analyze vibration and operational data with a focus on machinery and machinery processes.
Strong communication skills with peers and customers, including the ability to convey expert opinions clearly.
Ability to adapt to situations involving machinery health, customer-facing interactions, and internal messaging.
Ability to service customers in the field with expertise consistent with a Senior Analyst/Cat III.
Competence in practical and course vibration training.
Ability to lift 40 pounds, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and operate safely in plant and industrial environments.
Regular local travel and occasional travel within the larger territory.

Nice To Haves

Certified Level III Vibration Analyst.
Certified Level II Thermography.
Experience with dynamic component balancing and laser shaft alignment.
Experience or knowledge of route-based Predictive Maintenance.
Industry experience using AMS software and hardware.
Experience working with Bentley Nevada software and hardware.
Experience with online prediction and protection systems.
Experience conducting acceptance testing, including natural frequencies, sound, and specifications.
Additional Machinery Health certifications.

Responsibilities

Conduct independent vibration analysis using a Full Spectrum Analyzer and vibration analysis software.
Deliver accurate and timely analysis reports that enable proactive maintenance and reduce machinery downtime.
Oversee multiple PdM program databases, ensuring they and reporting databases are current and effectively managed.
Improve machinery reliability and performance to increase customer satisfaction and reduce operating costs.
Ensure effective communication between the analyst and customer and protect the quality of reporting outcomes.
Provide on-site and remote troubleshooting support and assist customers and peers with problem resolution.
Build strong customer relationships to enhance service delivery and facilitate service-contract renewal and expansion.
Provide high-level customer support remotely and on-site.
Support cloud-hosted applications.
Perform on-site balancing and laser alignment.
Troubleshoot machinery in depth.