Reliability Specialist

Novaspect; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K match

ESOP

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Novaspect, Inc. in Minooka, IL is seeking a Reliability Specialist to join our fast-paced, customer-focused team. The role applies predictive technologies and reliability practices to support service contracts and equipment optimization.

Travel to customer sites, perform vibration analysis, balancing, and laser alignment, and train reliability technicians. A high school diploma and CAT II vibration certification are required; MS Office skills and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; CAT II vibration cert preferred.
• Experience with predictive technologies and reliability programs.
• MS Office and safety compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and concise reports with repair recommendations.
• Set up vibration routes and maintain data for monitoring.
• Balance rotating equipment and laser align complex trains.
• Plan travel, schedule activities, and respond to customer requests.

Skills

Predictive technologies

Vibration analysis

Data acquisition

Machinery fundamentals

Balancing rotating equipment

Education

High school diploma

CAT II Vibration Analysis Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asset management software

Job description

## Reliability SpecialistApply: 112 South Ridge Road, Minooka, IL 60447: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: JR100106Novaspect, Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner, the global leader of automation systems and solutions, is currently offering an opportunity for a Reliability Specialist to join our fast paced, customer-oriented team. We need someone who enjoys taking the initiative to produce timely and accurate results! The successful candidate will apply and implement predictive technologies for the successful execution of reliability service contracts.**Reliability Specialist Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** Providing analysis and concise reports on recommendations for repairs and urgency for problems identified* Developing and maintain working knowledge of routine and advanced data acquisition techniques, such as knowledge in spectral, time waveform, and Peakvue analysis* Providing setup on vibration routes for routine monitoring on diverse plant equipment and provide database maintenance on a regular and consistent basis* Developing and maintain advanced knowledge and experience in balancing rotating equipment and laser alignment on complex machine trains* Planning, scheduling and managing travel, appointments, and activities independently* Responding to customer requests in a timely and professional manner* Making difficult decisions independently in ambiguous situations* Providing training to reliability technicians* Traveling to customer sites throughout Novaspect's territory, Novaspect branch offices, and other locations as required* Perform other duties as required **Reliability Specialist Education and/or Experience:*** High school diploma required* Experience with multiple predictive technologies preferred* Experience with Asset Management/Reliability programs and associated software & service programs preferred* CAT II Vibration Analysis Certification or equivalent certifications required **Reliability Specialist Additional Requirements:*** Knowledge of machinery fundamentals, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, blowers, compressors, etc.* Working knowledge in Microsoft Suite* Detailed knowledge of general mechanical fundamentals, such as fits and tolerances* Strong understanding of electro-mechanical fundamentals* Excellent verbal communication skills* Exceptional team player with a solution focus* Ability to comply with customer site safety regulations* Availability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours **Reliability Specialist Physical Requirements:*** Ability to lift up to 50lbs* Ability of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects/tools* Ability to work with hand tools* Ability to work at heights* Ability to stoop, crawl and crouch while working on equipment on hands and knees* Ability to work in confined spaces* Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours per day* Ability to work in a loud industrial environment* Comfortable working around industrial equipment with exposed moving parts* Ability to climb stairs with up to 20lbs* Ability to climb a 20ft+ ladder with equipment* Ability to drive on average 3-4 hours at a time* Ability to drive 8 hours as needed in a day – although not typical* Ability to work in high and cold temperature environments for extended hours* Ability to have a face free from hair on occasions when needing to wear a respirator* Ability to work on a computer for an extended period **Reliability Specialist Pay:*** Salary Range: $70,000-$105,000* Bonus potential: 5%*The final offer will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in the position.* **Reliability Specialist Benefits:**Recognized with a Top Employee Benefit Plan Award, below you will find our outstanding total rewards package when you join our team including:* Generous paid time off; starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Paid Sick & Safety Time (PSST)* 401K with 6% company match* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)* Excellent health & wellness benefits* Student debt & tuition reimbursement* Referral bonus **Who We Are:**Novaspect, Inc., is an employee-owned company that engineers, sells, and services industrial process controls. Our Core Purpose is to improve our customer’s performance through the innovative application of technology. We are passionate about creating effective processes and building customer relationships. We position ourselves to attract the best talent, and ensure we are delivering local services with proven technologies.