Talascend is currently seeking a Reliability Manager for a direct hire opportunity with our client in the Las Vegas, NV area.

Overview

The Reliability Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the sites reliability program, focusing on optimizing asset performance, reducing unplanned downtime, and extending equipment life cycles.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and oversee a site-wide reliability program that aligns with corporate and operational goals.
Establish preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, including condition-based monitoring and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).
Develop and maintain asset criticality rankings to prioritize reliability efforts.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.
Monitor and analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Oversee lubrication, vibration analysis, thermography, and other predictive maintenance programs.
Partner with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering teams to embed reliability best practices into daily work processes.
Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to reliability engineers, planners, and maintenance personnel.
Act as the primary subject matter expert for reliability-related initiatives and technologies.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or related field
Minimum of 10 years of reliability engineering experience in a heavy industrial environment

Requirements

Valid Drivers License and a good driving record are required to drive company vehicles on and off property.
Demonstrated success in building and leading a site-wide reliability program from the ground up.
Strong understanding of rotating equipment, mechanical systems, and asset management principles.
Proficiency with CMMS/EAM systems and reliability analysis tools.
Experience in predictive and preventive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, ultrasonic testing, etc.).
Must foster a positive team environment with engineers, management, craftspeople, and suppliers and contractors.
Employees are responsible for following all company, industry and regulatory procedures and laws to ensure a safe work environment.
Employees must have a willingness to promote safety among the workforce, participate in Process Hazard Analysis procedures and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.
Employees must pass a full-face respiratory fit test.
Employees must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to work in PPE level C.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of this position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary; other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background check and drug screen may be required for this position.

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Talascend is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.