Industrial Reliability Technician II - Albany

Carson; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Aflac

Pre-paid legal

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Carson seeks an Industrial Reliability Technician II to perform precision lubrication, filtration, oil sampling, and system restoration on customer equipment. You will lead small crews, coordinate with customers, and deliver high-quality work on varying schedules, including overtime and travel.

You will mentor junior technicians, complete paperwork on time, and uphold safety standards while representing Carson professionally at job sites.

Qualifications

• Experience with lubrication programs and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read basic drawings and equipment documentation.
• Proficient with computers and mobile devices for reporting.
• Strong communication with customers and teammates.
• Conformance to safety policies and hazard analysis participation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform safety-compliant reliability tasks.
• Execute lubrication, oil changes, filtration, and polishing work.
• Lead field projects from start to finish with other technicians.
• Coordinate with customers and document progress daily.
• Maintain clean work areas and accurate reports.

Skills

Lubrication best practices

Industrial mechanical systems

Reading drawings & equipment docs

Computers & mobile devices

Professional customer communication

Hazard recognition & safety

Confined Space qualification

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Filtration systems

Thermal imaging equipment

Job description

Position SummaryThe Industrial Reliability Technician II is responsible for independently performing industrial reliability services including precision lubrication, contamination control, filtration, hydraulic system restoration, automatic lubrication system installation, fuel polishing, and condition monitoring. This position serves as the lead technician on assigned projects and is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality work while representing the company in a professional manner.Industrial Reliability Technicians are expected to work independently on routine projects, lead small crews when required, identify opportunities to improve customer equipment reliability, and mentor less experienced technicians.Work ScheduleIndustrial Reliability Services operates around our customers' production schedules, planned maintenance outages, and emergency service needs. As a result, work schedules are not always Monday through Friday or limited to traditional business hours.Employees should expect varying start times, early mornings, extended workdays, overnight travel, weekend work, and occasional holiday work when required to support customer operations. Flexibility and reliability are essential to the success of this position.Professional ExpectationsEvery Industrial Reliability Technician II is expected to:Take ownership of the quality of their work and stand behind the finished product.Produce installations that are both functional and professional in appearance.Respect every customer's facility by following their established safety requirements while maintaining our commitment to the highest standard of safe work practices.Treat every customer, coworker, and facility with professionalism and respect.Leave work areas cleaner than they were found.Complete documentation accurately and on time.Photograph work before, during, and after completion when appropriate.Present problems with solutions rather than complaints.Ask for assistance whenever unsure rather than making assumptions.Take pride in work that reflects professional craftsmanship and long-term reliability.Primary ResponsibilitiesSafetyPerform all work in accordance with company and customer safety policies.Participate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and pre-job planning.Maintain required certifications and training.Stop work whenever an unsafe condition exists.Serve as a Confined Space Entry Supervisor when required.Promote safe work practices and mentor others in hazard recognition.Reliability ServicesPerform and lead work involving:Precision lubricationOil changesOil samplingFuel polishingOffline filtrationKidney loop installationVarnish removal through filtrationHydraulic reservoir teardown, cleaning, and restorationBreather upgradesChain lubrication systemsAutomatic lubrication system installation and commissioningThermal imaging inspectionsBasic condition monitoringEquipment inspections and contamination controlProject ExecutionLead assigned field projects from start to completion.Review work scope before beginning work.Coordinate daily activities with customers.Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to department standards.Verify proper operation of equipment before leaving the site.Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the project.Customer RelationsRepresent the company professionally at all times.Build relationships with established customer contacts.Recognize when management involvement is appropriate.Communicate project progress to customer representatives.Identify and document opportunities for additional reliability improvements.Report potential additional work to management with photographs and supporting information.Escalate new customer relationships, change-order discussions, pricing questions, and customer disputes to management.DocumentationComplete accurate and timely:Daily service reportsTime reportingParts usageJob documentationBefore-and-after photographsSafety documentationRecommendations for future workDocumentation is expected to be complete, accurate, and submitted on time.Equipment & Vehicle ResponsibilityMaintain assigned company vehicle by:Keeping inventory organized and stocked.Documenting replenishment needs.Maintaining tools and equipment in good working order.Keeping the vehicle clean and inspection-ready.Reporting damaged or missing equipment promptly.Leadership & MentoringLead Tech I personnel and laborers on assigned work.Train and develop less experienced technicians through instruction and example.Demonstrate professional craftsmanship in every installation.Promote accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment.Set the standard for professionalism on customer sites.Authority & Decision MakingAn Industrial Reliability Technician II is expected to exercise independent judgment while operating within established company procedures.May Independently:Lead assigned field projects.Communicate with established customer contacts.Obtain required materials using approved job purchase orders.Recommend reliability improvements.Identify future work opportunities.Stop work for safety concerns.Direct Tech I personnel and laborers during assigned work.Must Elevate to Management:New customer contacts.Customer complaints or disputes.Scope changes requiring customer approval.Pricing discussions.Schedule impacts.Environmental incidents.Significant equipment failures.Contract-related questions.Required QualificationsValid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Ability to travel and work overtime as required.Confined Space Entrant, Attendant, and Entry Supervisor qualified.Working knowledge of lubrication best practices.Experience with industrial mechanical systems.Ability to read basic drawings and equipment documentation.Proficient computer and mobile device skills.Ability to communicate professionally with customers.Preferred QualificationsExperience with hydraulic systems.Experience with industrial filtration systems.Automatic lubrication installation experience.Thermal imaging experience.Oil sampling experience.Knowledge of contamination control principles.Mechanical troubleshooting experience.Physical RequirementsLift up to 75 pounds.Climb ladders and stairs.Work in confined spaces.Work at heights using approved fall protection.Kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in awkward positions.Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.Ability to travel, work extended hours, overnight assignments, weekends, and occasional holidays as required by customer and project schedules.Success in this RoleA successful Industrial Reliability Technician II consistently:Works safely without compromising quality.Completes projects independently.Earns customer confidence through professionalism.Produces work requiring minimal rework.Submits accurate documentation on time.Maintains a clean, organized vehicle and work area.Mentors developing technicians.Identifies opportunities to improve customer reliability.Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and pride in every completed job.Employee NotesA background check and drug screen will be conductedDriving record will be checked for insurabilityPlease apply online at www.carsonteam.com/careersBenefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Aflac, Pre-paid legal, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and PTO.We are an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.