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Vibration Analyst
| Company | Marathon Petroleum |
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| Location | Cottage Grove, MN, USA |
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| Salary | $78800 – $118200 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
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Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2 to 10 years of experience in vibration analysis.
- ISO Category II Vibration Analysis Certification (or equivalent Vibration Institute training).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to wear appropriate PPE, including a respirator.
- Ability to physically perform fieldwork and pass a hair drug test and physical exam.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain a TWIC Card.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for future visa sponsorship.
- Travel requirement: Less than 5%.
- Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 4/10s with occasional weekend/off-hour call-outs.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze vibration data for refinery equipment such as centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, turbines, blowers, pumps, gearboxes, and motors.
- Collect baseline data on newly installed or repaired equipment during startup.
- Establish and maintain equipment monitoring plans, control limits, and vibration databases.
- Assist in troubleshooting rotating equipment issues using vibration analysis and predictive maintenance techniques.
- Collaborate with Reliability Engineers, Maintenance, and Operations personnel to identify and resolve equipment issues.
- Specify vibration systems including transmitters, probes, accelerometers, and associated hardware.
- Report equipment deficiencies in a CMMS program (such as SAP) and collaborate with Operations and Maintenance personnel to prioritize repairs.
- Develop reports on monitored equipment and communicate findings to management.
- Ensure compliance with mechanical integrity tasks based on defined intervals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Electrical/Electronics Technology.
- ISO Category III Vibration Analysis Certification.
- Experience with predictive maintenance technologies, including oil analysis, ultrasound, thermography, and emissions monitoring.
- Experience using Emerson 2140 Analyzer and MHM (or similar) for vibration analysis.
- Experience with Windrock Analyzer (PV Analysis).
- Familiarity with CMMS/SAP systems.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
