On-Call Industrial 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

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.