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Reliability technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in reliability technician job postings.
Sample reliability technician requirements
  • Associate degree in engineering or related field
  • 2-5 years of experience in a related field
  • Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
  • Proficiency in using technical instruments
  • Proficiency in using computer programs
Sample required reliability technician soft skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload

Reliability technician job description example 1

Schwan's reliability technician job description

Starting Pay: $24.00 / hour

Additional $2.00 shift differential from 3pm - 6am

Shift: 1st

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

What we want to do for you: We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health and well-being.

+ Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

+ Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year

+ 401k with Company Match

Who we are:

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron , Tony's , Big Daddy's , Villa Prima™ and Freschetta pizza; Mrs. Smith's and Edwards desserts; and Pagoda Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com .

What we are looking for:

+ Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean and healthy workspaces. We want individuals who take that seriously.

+ Candidates that possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and typically 3 years (preferably with predictive tool experience in an industrial setting)

+ Team players that will interact professionally with co-workers and train and mentor others on reliability methods

+ Bring high energy and positive attitude every day; always be curious and interested in learning

+ Speak up! Recommend areas for improvement or efficiency; always be an advocate for safety

+ Strong problem solving, analytical, troubleshooting, planning, and organizational skills

+ Good interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skills and strong computer skills

+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously and ability to follow machine blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Responsibilities:

+ Assist with the improvement of the asset catalog, preventative maintenance optimization, and scheduling of corrective maintenance; write specifications, procedures, and test programs for reliability testing and characterization

+ Prepare technical reports, document test results, and assist in selection of new reliability equipment

+ Assemble and lead cross-functional teams (maintenance, operations, engineering, procurement) to support a wide variety of reliability improvement opportunities in the plant; act as a team resource for all types of breakdowns

+ Apply various reliability principles such as Asset Strategy Improvement (ASI), Operating Envelope (OE), Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Motor Circuit Analysis, various infrared thermography routes, structure and air bourn ultrasound routes, motor testing, vibration analysis, oil analysis, precision lubrication, and precision alignment

+ Resolve specific reliability issues and drive reliability improvements that support all areas of the plant

+ Install, move, remove, repair, and troubleshoot equipment

+ Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe conditions or practices

+ Other duties as assigned

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin or other protected classes.
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Reliability technician job description example 2

Clearwater Paper reliability technician job description

Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE: CLW) is a $1.7B company that manufactures quality consumer tissue, away-from-home tissue, parent roll tissue, and bleached paperboard and pulp at manufacturing and converting locations across the nation. Working at Clearwater Paper provides an opportunity to enrich your career through challenging and meaningful work and ongoing training and development-all in a supportive environment. We know our success depends on your success.

This position requires a responsible, safety conscious, self-motivated individual. The successful candidate must be capable of working safely in an industrial manufacturing environment. The goal of this position is to minimize downtime and maximize production through the use of predictive maintenance (PdM) techniques and coordinating the necessary maintenance through teamwork with other maintenance and operations personnel. Perform AutoCAD and manual drafting and layout work associated with equipment and process modification while providing moderately complex technical support to the electric engineering department.
+ Collect and analyze PdM route vibration data

+ Determine equipment faults and fault severity

+ Verify repairs and collect baseline vibration data

+ Participate in investigating failures (Break Down Analysis)

+ Maintain PdM route data base

+ Maintain cabling and sensors for remotely monitored equipment

+ Other maintenance reliability centered duties as assigned

+ Initiate clearly defined work requests to communicate recommendations on equipment that has been identified as having defects

+ Communicate equipment liabilities to operations and maintenance management

+ Conduct mandatory monthly Leadership Safety Observations

+ Support weekend maintenance call duty and crew management as needed

+ Establish defect repair priorities

+ Keep Condition Monitoring Status Reports updated and current with all liabilities and recommended work

Education/Experience:

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent

+ 2+ years' experience in the pulp and paper industry or related heavy manufacturing industry as a Maintenance Technician and/or Vibration Analyst.

+ Vibration Certification: ASNT Level I / ISO Category II

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).

+ Good Mathematical skills and aptitude

+ Ability to identify critical tasks and establish priorities.

+ Able to adapt and respond to unforeseen changes in plans and initiate new plans

+ Basic knowledge of on line vibration monitoring systems

+ Associate's degree, vocational degree or equivalent military and/or apprenticeship program, preferred

+ Experience with Emerson/CSI Products preferred

Skills/Abilities:

+ Understanding of LEAN manufacturing, Continuous Improvement (CI) and Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) concepts

Each and every one of our employees contributes to the success of our company by showing up every day with a commitment to improving ourselves, the company and our communities.

Find out from our employees what they like about working for Clearwater Paper.

What skills and competencies have you developed since working at Clearwater Paper?

The company has invested in my professional growth. I have attended training relevant to my job and I use what I've learned on a daily basis.

What career development opportunities have you had since starting with Clearwater Paper?

My goal is to become a top-level paper maker. I started in an entry-level position in the distribution department. Over the years, I worked my way up to the paper machine. I believe that goals are made to be reached so that new goals can be made. My personal goal is to achieve a position of increasing responsibilities during my Clearwater Paper career.

At Clearwater Paper we are driven by purpose, grounded in values, and connected to communities; Learn more here

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Req No.: 2022-5548

Street: 803 Mill Road
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Reliability technician job description example 3

Majestic Steel USA reliability technician job description

Majestic Steel is excited to add a Reliability Tech to our Hickman Service Center. We are looking for talented associates that are ready for a rewarding career at a company that's redefining the steel service center industry. Our Hickman Service Center is expected to be operational by the end of 2022, so be one of the first to join our newest team. This role monitors and conducts preventative maintenance on equipment and building. They also assist in completing special projects that may be assigned to the area while also performing duties and responsibilities for the Service Center Operations area consistent with company goals to include safety, quality, productivity and customer service.
Who we are

Founded in 1979, Majestic Steel USA is a family owned, leading steel distribution, processing, and solutions company. With 10 strategic locations in California, Washington, Nevada, Texas, Arkansas, Ohio and Florida, Majestic stocks, processes and ships steel to thousands of customers across North America. Majestic sells its steel to a diverse set of customers across markets including the HVAC, construction, equipment, agriculture, and appliance industries.

What we offer you

We are an employee, customer centric, and values driven company. We are focused on being the most dynamic and forward-thinking culture in our industry. A place where talent and technology combine to revolutionize the steel business for generations to come. Our strategy is to continue investing in geographical expansion, top talent, and technology so that we create exceptional employee and customer experiences.

Majestic Steel offers our employees competitive wages, career growth opportunities, and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, pet insurance and many more benefits. We also offer a generous Time Off program that includes, PTO, 9 holidays per year, a paid sabbatical program, paid volunteer time, and paid parental leave.

We are an award-winning workplace: Top Workplace Award (2010-2021) and North Coast Ohio 99 (2005-2021)

What you will do

Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests, as assigned.

Responds to equipment breakdowns quickly, troubleshoots resolution in a timely manner as possible.
Schedule and complete preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance to equipment and building according to established procedures.
Monitor and maintain all building systems, as assigned.
Analyze work processes and equipment to make recommendations for improved processes and efficiencies.
Performs necessary research for repairs and identifies supplies/parts needed to complete the task.

Maintains superior records in the CMMS System.
Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment.
Troubleshoot various production lines.
Dismantle defective machines and equipment, and install new or repaired parts.
Ability to troubleshoot an anomaly independently.

Assist in monitoring all work performed by outside contractors.
Advocate for safety and provide regular safety observations.
Perform lock-out tag-out as an authorized associate with non-routine or major repairs, as needed.
Maintain a safe work environment by practicing good work habits, housekeeping procedures and adhering to safety guidelines.
Wear all proper protective equipment as required in work and in accordance with Safety Policy and OSHA standards.

Other job related duties and special projects as assigned.

Additional

Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
Must be able to stand 10 hours per day, in addition to walking, sitting, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.

Be able to mount, dismount and operate powered industrial equipment.
Must be able to work in both hot and cold atmospheres depending on weather conditions.
Must be able to work outside normal business hours/days, as needed, which includes weekdays and weekends.

Who you are

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

Five years maintenance experience or Technical Trade school degree.
Advanced knowledge in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fundamentals
Advanced knowledge of preventative maintenance, repair and or installation of industrial equipment using skills associated with trades such as electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing or welding.

Experience in MS Office products and windows-based computer applications.
Technical Trade School degree. (Preferred)
Ten years maintenance experience. (Preferred)
Expertise in troubleshooting and repair of flat-rolled steel equipment (i.e. slitter, cut-to-length line), general machinery, and lift trucks. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

Expertise in hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, and welding.
Expertise in fabrication of effectively complete simple or complex designs.
Experience with lift truck repairs and preventative maintenance.

Knowledge of electronics and programmable logic control (PLC).
Knowledge of electrical power.
Ability to read and interpret prints and drawings (blue prints, schematics, and technical drawings).
Has access to their own tools and tool box.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow processes and procedures

Willingness to learn and expand knowledge base and experience.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
Effective communicate with coworkers, supervision and management.
Creative, innovative and strategic thinker with the ability to analyze problems and determine the best solution.
Self-motivated with ability to work independently with little supervision.
Work with minimal supervision: ability to plan and prioritize workload effectively.

At Majestic, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are welcomed from associates throughout the entire organization. We have an inclusive culture, where all associates are respected; where different viewpoints, thoughts, and ideas are encouraged and embraced. Majestic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Majestic considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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