Startup & Vibration Technician

About This Role

This role is responsible for executing and documenting commissioning and startup activities for new or upgraded industrial equipment. The technician ensures all systems are installed correctly, tested thoroughly, and efficiently transitioned from construction to customer operations. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform startup activities for new or upgraded equipment, ensuring all systems are properly integrated and calibrated
• Perform general VFD setup and programming, providing lockout of undesirable frequencies based on vibration analysis
• Perform baseline vibration data collection during cooling tower start-ups
• Collaborate with the controls and automation team to ensure proper integration of vibration monitoring systems with control systems
• Identify and resolve technical issues that arise during startup and commissioning phases
• Maintain detailed commissioning documentation, including test results, punch lists, and turnover packages
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams
• Support continuous improvement of commissioning processes and best practices
• Configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot vibration sensors, accelerometers, and other diagnostic tools integrated into the control systems
• Perform cooling tower inspections of both internal and external components, verify installation quality, conduct functional and performance testing, and ensure readiness for operation
• Enter confined spaces and climb structures to inspect, collect data, take photographs, and develop technical reports to communicate findings to customers and internal teams
• Ensure all company and client safety policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to throughout each project
• Submit expense reports for all company expenses
• Perform other duties as directed by OBR Supervisor

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Technical associate degree or comparable formal training is a plus
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on field experience analyzing, diagnosing, and mitigating electrical, control, and mechanical related issues with industrial equipment
• Working knowledge of vibration analysis and mechanical maintenance best practices
• Familiarity with control systems, including VFDs, PLCs, and related automation tools
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with computer-based reporting tools
• Good organizational skills
• Computer literate and competent using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project