Field Technician

1 day ago

sarnia, lambton county, Canada Aesseal Full-time
## Field TechnicianApply: Sarnia
- OFFICE: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: R
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Job Description


Job Description


Key Responsibilities
Condition Monitoring & Data Collection* Collect routine condition monitoring data in accordance with site schedules, including: + Basic vibration data collection + Temperature readings + Visual and basic mechanical inspections
* Accurately record data using AVT‐approved tools, handheld devices, and software platforms.
* Upload, validate, and quality‐check collected data in a timely manner to support analysis and reporting.
* Flag abnormal conditions, obvious defects, or safety concerns to the AVT Site Owner or reliability engineers.Lubrication & Asset Care* Carry out routine lubrication tasks on rotating and reciprocating equipment, including: + Greasing and oil top‐ups + Oil changes + Filter, breather, and desiccant changes + Basic lubrication system checks
* Follow site‐specific lubrication routes, frequencies, quantities, and cleanliness standards.
* Collect oil samples where required, ensuring correct sampling methods are used.
* Maintain good housekeeping around lubrication points and equipment.Site & Customer Interface* Work safely and professionally within operational industrial environments.
* Represent AVT Reliability positively when embedded within customer sites.
* Liaise daily with customer maintenance and operations personnel as required.
* Ensure all work complies with customer procedures, site rules, and safety expectations.Health, Safety & Quality* Work in full compliance with AVT Reliability and customer health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements.
* Follow permits, risk assessments, method statements, and safe work procedures at all times.
* Report near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.
* Support AVT’s quality management system and continuous improvement culture.Reporting & Administration* Complete all required job sheets, lubrication records, inspection checklists, and digital entries accurately and on time.
* Maintain basic records of work completed, consumables used, and observations made.
* Escalate issues that may impact asset reliability, safety, or service delivery.Required Skills & ExperienceEssential:* Practical understanding of basic mechanical systems such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, and fans.
* Comfortable working independently on customer sites.
* Strong awareness of industrial health and safety practices.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.Desirable:* Exposure to condition monitoring or reliability services (vibration, ultrasound, oil analysis).
* Experience collecting or handling condition monitoring data.
* Knowledge of lubrication best practices or contamination control.Qualifications & CertificationsEssential:* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Valid driving license.Desirable:* Mechanical or maintenance‐related trade qualification.
* Basic condition monitoring or lubrication training (formal or in‐house).
* Willingness to undertake further AVT‐provided training and certification.Personal Attributes* Methodical, organized, and detail‐oriented.
* Safety‐conscious with a professional attitude on customer sites.
* Dependable and able to work autonomously.
* Customer‐focused with a positive, practical mindset.
* Willing to learn and develop within a reliability engineering environment.Working Conditions* Primarily field‐based at customer facilities in and around the Sarnia area.
* Work may involve exposure to industrial environments, rotating equipment, noise, heat, and heights.
* Use of PPE is mandatory and provided as required.