Vibration Technician: Spindle Repair & Vibration Analysis

K+S Services; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401K match

Career growth

Training opportunities

Job summary

K+S Services, a SunSource company, seeks a Vibration Technician in Taylor, MI to join a major rebuilder of precision machine tool spindles. On-the-job training will be provided as required, with salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

You’ll test and analyze spindles with senior technicians, ensure vibration levels are within tolerance, and perform field balancing. Travel to customer sites for on-site vibration analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• Vibration analysis certification or equivalent preferred.
• Two years of experience as a Vibration Technician preferred.
• Proficiency with Emerson (CSI) 2120/2130/2140 preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measurement devices.
• Knowledge of bearing assemblies and servo spindle drives is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Test and analyze spindles; ensure vibration levels are within tolerance and set up run-off for finished products.
• Analyze vibration data to determine fault frequencies of bearing systems.
• Perform field balancing as required.
• Occasionally travel to customer sites for on-site vibration analysis.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Electro-mechanical associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Emerson CSI 2120/2130/2140

Job description

K+S Services, a SunSource company, seeks a Vibration Technician in Taylor, MI to join a major rebuilder of precision machine tool spindles. On-the-job training will be provided as required, with salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

You’ll test and analyze spindles with senior technicians, ensure vibration levels are within tolerance, and perform field balancing. Travel to customer sites for on-site vibration analysis as needed.