GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the Vice President of Technical Services, the Technical Consultant is a full-time role focused on the delivery of public and onsite training, management of Lubrication Program Development (LPD) projects, and editorial contributions to Noria’s award-winning magazine and annual conference. This description outlines the scope and responsibilities of the position, detailing the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.
Essential Functions:
- Deliver public and onsite training in lubrication, oil analysis, and contamination control.
- Lead and manage Lubrication Program Development (LPD) projects.
- Address unique lubrication-related issues for clients as part of consulting projects.
- Author technical reports and present articles and papers for Noria’s publications and conferences.
- Travel up to 50% to support project needs.
- Maintain professional and courteous interactions with clients.
- Participate actively in educational and marketing events.
- Perform additional reporting and other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES
- Mechanical Aptitude: Understands machinery and processes to enhance performance.
- Relationship Building/Management: Excels in working with diverse groups and building professional relationships.
- Customer Focus: Expertise in customer service principles, including needs assessment and satisfaction evaluation.
- Communication Skills: Proficient in reading comprehension, active listening, clear speaking, and effective writing.
- Critical Thinking: Applies logical reasoning to evaluate situations and develop solutions.
- Social Perceptiveness: Recognizes and understands the reactions of others.
- Time Management: Efficiently manages personal and team time.
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves complex problems with innovative solutions.
- Comprehension Skills: Excellent oral and written comprehension.
- Reasoning Ability: Strong deductive and inductive reasoning skills.
- Information Ordering: Capable of organizing information according to specific rules.
- Physical Demands: Includes standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs unassisted), and other physical activities.
PERFORMANCE BEHAVIOR REQUIREMENTS (COMPETENCIES)
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Integrity and professionalism
- Attention to detail and results-driven approach
- Dependability and initiative
- Cooperation and self-control
- Analytical thinking and adaptability
- Innovation and flexibility
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience with mechanical equipment and systems.
- Profound knowledge in lubrication, oil analysis, tribology, and contamination control.
- Preferred certifications: ICML Machinery Lubrication Technician (MLT) Levels I and II, Machinery Lubricant Analyst Level II (or ability to obtain promptly after hire).
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) status is beneficial but not mandatory.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- MLT Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Tulsa, OK 74105 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tulsa, OK 74105: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person