Field Maintenance Technician

IBT, Inc.; Merriam, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k)

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

IBT, Inc. is seeking a Field Maintenance Technician in Merriam, KS to perform maintenance on rotating equipment, install bearings, belts, shafts, and alignments, and conduct vibration-related tasks. The role requires extensive travel within 4 hours of Kansas City and on-call overtime, including some weekends.

The successful candidate will diagnose faults, replace components, and produce service reports while maintaining OSHA safety standards and delivering 40 hours per week from the Merriam HQ.

Qualifications

• Customer first focus and attitude; able to work with individuals at all levels.
• Positive team oriented attitude with coworkers.
• Willingness to work on-call/overtime duties.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment and diagnostic skills.
• Industrial maintenance skills including bearing installation, some rigging, removing and installing interference fit couplings and bearings.
• General installation techniques for various mechanical components.
• Shaft and sheave alignments.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Able to prepare customer reports after each project.
• Comply with OSHA and safety regulations and company standards.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Vehicle must be reliable and able to carry tools to the jobsite.
• Able to sit, squat, stand, lift and carry heavy equipment.
• Some hand tools will be required.
• Travel outside KC area with expense reports.
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• MS Office / Google Apps skills are a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faulty bearings, worn belts, sheaves, couplings, and other rotating equipment components.
• Safely replace components listed above using proper tools and methods.
• Diagnose and repair critical plant equipment to reduce downtime.
• Convey findings with confidence and practical solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships built on trust and reliability.
• Assist Field Vibration Analysts with collecting route data at multiple plants.
• Work overtime per customer requirements and be available for on-call calls.
• Service 24/7 customers and be ready for emergencies.
• Work alone or in small teams to complete jobs.
• Complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Assist with management duties when necessary.
• Travel within 4 hours of Kansas City metro area; overnight stays possible.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer focus

Team oriented attitude

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Installation techniques

Shaft alignment

Work ethic

Reporting

Safety awareness

Driver's license

MS Office / Google Apps

Forklift

Tools

MS Office

Google Apps

Forklift

Job description

PURPOSE

The Field Maintenance Technician role is responsible for completing maintenance services, predictive maintenance services, and providing comprehensive reports of findings. This includes installation of bearings, drive belts and sheaves, chains and sprockets, laser alignments, dynamic balancing, troubleshooting, and general industrial mechanical repairs on rotating equipment. It will also include installation and maintenance on conveyor systems and single and multipoint lubrication units. Vibration Analysis data will be collected as needed and there could be future vibration analysis training for the successful candidate.

This position requires being located in the Kansas City metro area with a willingness to travel extensively within 4 hours (sometimes with short notice) as required. The position is also requires being on call, working overtime as needed, some weekends and holidays as required.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose faulty bearings, worn belts, sheaves, couplings, and other components on rotating equipment

• Safely and properly replace all components listed above in a timely manner using the proper tools/methods

• Diagnose and repair highly critical plant equipment with exceptional accuracy and speed to reduce downtime

• Accurately diagnose equipment problems and convey findings with confidence and practical solutions

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships founded on trust, respect, and reliability

• Assist Field Vibration Analysts with collecting route data at multiple plants

• Work overtime per customer requirements and be able to answer calls at any time of day or night

• Service 24/7 customers and be ready to work whenever emergency breakdowns happen

• Work alone or in a small team to complete jobs

• Complete assigned tasks efficiently with little supervision

• Assume management duties when necessary

• Travel within 4 hours of Kansas City metro area is normal with some overnight stays

• Perform other duties as assigned and directed

• Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Must possess a customer first focus and attitude, and be able to work with individuals of all levels

• Maintain a positive team oriented attitude while completing tasks with coworkers

• Willingness to work fair share of on-call/overtime duties

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Knowledge of mechanical equipment and good problem solving/diagnostic skills

• Industrial maintenance skills including bearing installation, some rigging, removing and installing interference fit couplings and bearings

• General installation techniques for various mechanical components

• Shaft and sheave alignments

• Must be highly motivated with strong work ethic

• Ability to effectively and professionally prepare reports for customers after each project

• Must comply with all OSHA and safety regulations and company standards

• A valid driver's license is required

• Vehicle must be reliable and able to carry all needed tools and equipment to the jobsite

• Must be able to sit, squat, stand, lift, and carry heavy equipment on a regular basis

• Some hand tools will be required (a list will be provided)

• Ability to travel and work at job sites outside the KC area with expense report requirements

• Ability to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines

• Strong Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google app skills are a plus

• Forklift experience is a plus but not required

FUTURE/TRAINING CAPABILITIES

• Dynamic Field Balancing - Single plane and two plane techniques

• Use of vibration analysis equipment and SKF diagnostic software

• Formal training on vibration analysis as time and schedule permits

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED WORK HOURS

This is a full-time position 40 hours per week based out of our Merriam, KS headquarters location.This position requires being located in the Kansas City metro area with a willingness to travel extensively within 4 hours (sometimes with short notice) as required. The position also calls for being on call, working overtime as needed, some weekends and holidays as required.The majority of work will be Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Hours may occasionally vary based on production scheduling and business needs.

BENEFITS

Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, paid vacation & holidays, wellness, 401(k), education reimbursement, and much more.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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