Mechanical Reliability Technician

Advantage Technical; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring a Mechanical Reliability Specialist focused on maintaining and improving mechanical system reliability. The role involves hands-on maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and optimizing equipment performance with a strong emphasis on rotating equipment. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and a passion for engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with industrial rotating/mechanical equipment.
• Capable of compressor rebuilds.
• Able to work independently in field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on rotating and mechanical equipment.
• Lead overhauls and inspections of compressors, pumps, motors, piping systems and gearboxes.
• Provide onsite technical support for mechanical systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Machinist or millwright apprenticeship

Associate’s in Mechanical Technology

Tools

Vibration analysis

Dynamic balancing

CMMS

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Mechanical Reliability Tech/Rotating Equipment

Pay: $70k-90k

Overview:

Hiring a Rotating Equipment / Mechanical Reliability Specialist responsible for maintaining and improving mechanical system reliability at a single facility. The role includes hands-on maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and equipment performance optimization.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience with industrial rotating/mechanical equipment
• Background as a journeyman, millwright, machinist, or field service technician
• Capable of compressor rebuilds
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Able to work independently in field conditions

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on rotating and mechanical equipment
• Lead overhauls and inspections of compressors, pumps, motors, Piping systems and gearboxes
• Provide onsite technical support for mechanical systems
• Assist with turnaround planning, cost estimates, and equipment troubleshooting
• Machinist or millwright apprenticeship, or Associate’s in Mechanical Technology- preferred
• Experience with vibration analysis, dynamic balancing, and CMMS-Preferred

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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