Senior Reliability Technician

Wbinfra; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Rx Coverage

Voluntary Life Insurance—Employee, Sp.

Company-paid Short/Long Term DI

401(k) or Roth 401(k) with company-mp

Flexible Paid Time Off

Job summary

WaterBridge is seeking a Senior Reliability Technician to improve reliability, availability, and performance of VFD equipment across facilities. The role blends hands-on field diagnostics with data-driven analysis to reduce downtime and extend asset life.

The incumbent will work with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams, supporting predictive and preventive maintenance initiatives and reliability-centered practices across sites in Pecos, TX.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on troubleshooting on low and medium-voltage drives.
• Oilfield or water-handling experience preferred.
• Expert understanding of drive fundamentals: rectifier and DC bus, IGBTs, PWM.
• Ability to read fault logs and diagnose supply-side vs load-side issues.
• Familiarity with reliability methodologies (RCFA, RCM, FMEA, 5 Whys).
• Experience with CMMS/EAM platforms and reliability software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and analyze VFD equipment reliability and performance.
• Conduct RCFA and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Use condition-monitoring to detect early signs of degradation.
• Trend VFD parameters using SCADA and ai tools.
• Perform field inspections to identify reliability risks.
• Support reliability programs, PM optimization, and RCMA practices.
• Participate in MOC reviews for equipment changes and upgrades.
• Provide field support during startups, shutdowns, and commissioning.

Skills

Troubleshooting VFDs

Field diagnostics

RCFA / FMEA

SCADA monitoring

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Travel to field

Tools

SCADA systems

CMMS/EAM (SAP PM, Maximo)

Modbus

Ethernet/IP

Job description

The Senior Reliability Technician is responsible for improving the reliability, availability, and performance of variable frequency drive equipment across WaterBridge’s facilities and infrastructure.

This role combines hands‑on field diagnostics with data‑driven analysis to reduce unplanned downtime, extend equipment life, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance and reliability practices.

This position consolidates responsibilities of a Field Technician, VFD Technician, Analyst and Reliability Specialist into a single role.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Equipment Reliability & Diagnostics Monitor, troubleshoot, and analyze the performance of VFD equipment
• Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on equipment failures and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Use condition‑monitoring techniques to detect early signs of equipment degradation
• Leverage SCADA platform and available ai tools to trend and monitor VFD parameters
• Conduct field inspections and walk‑downs to identify reliability risks and integrity issues
• Act as a ‘special projects rover’ for ad hoc I&E/VFD initiatives
• Reliability Program Support Leverage CMMs program (work orders) to improve failure coding, close out quality, analyze WO history and validation of asset data feeding the WO
• Support and continuously improve WaterBridge’s reliability program, including predictive maintenance (PdM), preventive maintenance (PM) optimization, and reliability‑centered maintenance (RCM) practice through work order scheduling and collaboration with stakeholder groups
• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) reviews for equipment modifications, upgrades, and repairs
• Technical & Field Support Lead field support during VFD startups (PSSRs), shutdowns, turnarounds, and commissioning activities
• Partner with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement solutions
• Partner with internal I&E stakeholders and vendors during install, teardowns and repairs
• Support spare parts strategy and criticality assessments for rotating equipment assets
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Work cross‑functionally with maintenance and operations to prioritize and close out reliability improvement actions
• Mentor junior technicians on reliability best practices and diagnostic techniques
• Contribute to reliability standards, procedures, and best‑practice documentation across sites

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5 years of hands‑on troubleshooting on low and medium‑voltage drives
• Oilfield or water‑handling experience strongly preferred
• Expert understanding of drive fundamentals: rectifier and DC bus behavior, IGBTs, and PWM
• Ability to read a fault log and tell a supply‑side problem from a load‑side problem
• Manufacturer specific experience preferred – Yaskawa
• Understanding of Modbus and Ethernet/IP, and how drives tie into SCADA for remote monitoring and alarms
• Understanding of constant and variable torque applications
• Understanding of enclosure cooling, dust ingress, cooling fan/heat sink wear
• Familiarity with reliability methodologies such as RCFA, RCM, FMEA, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret equipment and process data to identify reliability trends
• Ability to work in and travel to field environments
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical findings into actionable and understandable recommendations for cross‑functional teams
• Experience with CMMS/EAM platforms (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo) and reliability software tools preferred
• Familiarity with affinity laws is preferred

Working Conditions/Environment:

This is a field‑based role requiring regular presence at site locations, including exposure to outdoor industrial environments, noise, heights, and confined spaces as applicable. Occasional off‑hours support (e.g., during commissioning or equipment failures) may be required.

Position Type:

This is a full‑time position. Expected schedule of Monday through Friday 8AM CST to 5PM CST. Eligible for overtime as required.

Position Location:

Pecos, TX

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren) Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Company Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability – Company Paid 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match Flexible Paid Time Off And many other benefits not listed here

About Us

The WaterBridge group of companies is a fast‑paced and growing organization. Our business lines include produced water handling and recycling, land management and environmental solutions. Our employees provide essential services to unlock sustainable American energy production every day, and we are continually seeking dedicated individuals who thrive on both creativity and challenge to be a part of our team. We pride ourselves for our strong commitment to our employees and for creating a workplace where employees feel genuinely valued and connected. Join our entrepreneurial and innovative team today!

WHO WE ARE

At WaterBridge, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We've been leading the emergence and evolution of the midstream water sector since 2015, backed by our strong core values and operational excellence. WaterBridge owns and operates permanent, integrated water infrastructure networks to address the long term produces water management requirements of E&P companies.

Our Mission:

To make WaterBridge the standard bearer for the water midstream industry.

Core Values:

SAFETY

Safety is important. We demand a personal commitment at all levels within the organization. Everyone has the right and responsibility to speak up and stop any unsafe work being performed.

TEAMWORK + COLLABORATION

We work with humility and courage to be a team player. We define success by contribution and not competition. We consider the impact we have on others before we act.

INTEGRITY + TRUST

We honor our commitments. We demonstrate a propensity to trust and act in the very best interest of all. We do not tolerate dishonesty or intimidation.

AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION

We are honest and respectful. We genuinely listen to each other and encourage healthy debate. We do not spin the truth, have hidden agendas, or hide information.

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR RESULTS

We hold ourselves accountable and take responsibility for results, regardless of outcome. We learn from our mistakes, encourage feedback, and increase our capabilities. We do not overpromise or underdeliver.

ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATION

Everyone is a leader: we “think big” in everything we do and encourage new ideas. We strive for continuous improvement and encourage responsible risk taking. We do not play it safe due to complacency.

WaterBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At WaterBridge, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We've been leading the emergence and evolution of the midstream water sector since 2015, backed by our strong core values and operational excellence. WaterBridge owns and operates permanent, integrated water infrastructure networks to address the long term produces water management requirements of E&P companies.