Reliability Specialist/Technician - Seneca

Now Hiring: Reliability Specialist/Technician

Starting Pay: $35.00 - $42.00/hr.

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

*Overtime evaluated on an as needed basis

You @ BASF ECMS

At BASF ECMS, you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. Our benefits include some additional perks below for starters…

• Retirement Benefits with company contributions 
• Competitive Medical and Dental Plan Options
• Disability and Life Insurance Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
• Mentoring & Development Programs
• Employee Discounts

The Reliability Specialist/Technician is responsible for leading and executing precision maintenance, preventive maintenance (PM), and predictive maintenance (PdM) tasks to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability. This role supports the Reliability vision of the site through assistance with planning, scheduling, and execution of work orders, troubleshooting and conducting root cause analysis, and implementing reliability improvements to minimize downtime and maximize asset life.

As a Reliability Specialist/Technician, you will…    

• Perform precision maintenance activities including alignment, shaft-sealing installations, balancing, torquing, and lubrication according to OEM and reliability standards.
  
  
• Execute Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) tasks such as vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and ultrasonic inspections; assisting with program and route development as requested.
  
  
• Coordinate Contractors as necessary for specialty PM/PdM work.
  
  

• Utilize diagnostic tools to assess equipment health.
  
  
• Assist in work order planning and scheduling, ensuring proper parts, tools, and resources are available for efficient execution.
  
  
• Train and mentor technicians and other staff on precision maintenance, PM, and PdM techniques.
  
  
• Assist in installation and testing of new equipment.
  
  
• Document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
  
  
• Assist with TAR planning and task completion.  Relevant tasks being Relief Device, Pressure Regulator and Tank/Vessel Maintenance & Inspections.
  
  
• Assist with critical equipment and Mechanical Integrity PM creation and task execution.
  
  
• Support Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and corrective actions to prevent recurrence of equipment failures through the analysis of failure modes and their impact on operations.
  
  
• Provide technical support and training to Maintenance and Operations personnel.
  
  
• Develop and distribute reports on activities relevant to job duties.
  
  

• Collaborate with Reliability Engineers, Maintenance, and Operations teams to identify and implement reliability improvements.
  
  
• Maintain compliance with Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards during all maintenance activities.
  
  

• Participate in Safety and Risk Assessment processes.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance or related field strongly preferred.

• Experience (Required):
• 5+ years in maintenance or reliability roles within industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with precision maintenance practices and PdM technologies.
• Leadership and training experience.
• CMMS experience.
• Work Order planning experience.

• Skills:
• Solid understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance techniques.
• Experience in vibration analysis, ultrasound, thermography, and lubrication best practices.
• Familiarity with pump curves and pump sizing.
• Strong understanding of CMMS systems and work order management.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

• Certifications (Preferred):
• Vibration Analysis (ISO Category I or II)
• Ultrasonic Certifications (Level 1)
• Lubrication training
• Laser Alignment and Balancing Training

About BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors, and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world.  Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions. 

ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.

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The competitive Pay Rate for this role is $35.00 - $42.00/hr. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.