PdM Technician

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with industrial maintenance, mechanical, electrical, or reliability experience who wants to expand their technical expertise and grow within the predictive maintenance field.

At Caltrol, you'll do far more than collect data. You'll become a trusted reliability partner supporting critical industrial operations across California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Why Predictive Maintenance Professionals Choose Caltrol

• Company-provided truck for business travel 
• Per diem and travel benefits 
• Work-from-home flexibility when not supporting customers in the field 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - you share in the success you help create 
• Ongoing professional development, technical training, and certification support 
• Exposure to a wide variety of industries, equipment, and reliability technologies that broaden your technical knowledge and accelerate your professional growth 
• A culture focused on long-term success, continuous improvement, and employee development 
• Work alongside experienced reliability professionals and industry experts

Professional Development We Invest In

Caltrol is committed to helping our Predictive Maintenance and Reliability professionals grow their technical expertise and advance their careers. Employees have access to:

• Predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, and reliability certification development 
• Manufacturer and OEM training programs 
• Continuing education in vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound, lubrication, laser alignment, balancing, and reliability engineering 
• Mentorship from senior reliability professionals 
• Technical conferences, workshops, and industry seminars

We believe technical careers should not have a ceiling. Whether your goal is to become a recognized predictive maintenance specialist, lead customer reliability initiatives, or develop future technicians and analysts, we'll support your growth journey.

Hiring Range: $25 - $30 per hour

This is the pay range Caltrol reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. The actual base pay offered will consider internal equity, geographic region, skills, qualifications, experience, and position requirements.

Additional Compensation Considerations

Relevant predictive maintenance certifications, such as vibration analysis, ultrasound, infrared thermography, lubrication, laser alignment, or other reliability-focused credentials, may influence compensation placement within the hiring range. Certifications are considered alongside years of experience, technical proficiency, equipment diagnostic expertise, industry knowledge, and overall performance to support a comprehensive and equitable compensation assessment.

Work Environment, Travel, and Physical Requirements

This field-based position is performed primarily from a home office and at customer sites. Customer environments vary and may be indoors or outdoors, and may be loud, hot, or cold. Required personal protective equipment may include safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses; Caltrol provides required PPE.

Approximately 70% travel is expected across Caltrol’s service territory, including Arizona, Nevada, and California. Travel may include Bakersfield, the California Central Valley, Northern California, and occasional overnight stays. The role also requires the ability to drive or fly to customer sites, navigate industrial environments, climb or bend as needed, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

What You'll Do 

• Collect vibration and condition-monitoring data on rotating equipment at customer sites.
• Support predictive maintenance programs through visual inspections, detailed documentation, and the use of reliability hardware and software.
• Work closely with Machinery Analysts and Senior Analysts on diagnostics, laser alignment, on-site balancing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Communicate clearly with customers, analysts, and service managers regarding schedules, site conditions, technical concerns, and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in phone consultations, on-site meetings, and customer reliability initiatives.
• Safely and professionally operate company-provided tools, equipment, and service vehicles.
• Maintain accurate schedules, service documentation, and timekeeping records.
• Continuously expand your expertise through hands-on field experience, advanced training, professional development opportunities, and industry-recognized certifications.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in industrial mechanical, electrical, maintenance, or reliability work.
• Experience with rotating equipment or strong mechanical aptitude gained in an industrial or shop environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage a field-based schedule, and communicate professionally with customers and teammates.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• A suitable home workspace with reliable high-speed internet.
• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record, as determined by company insurance and motor vehicle record requirements.

What Will Help You Stand Out

The qualifications below are highly valued; however, we recognize that great reliability professionals may not check every box. If your experience aligns closely with the role, we encourage you to apply.

• Experience with condition-monitoring or data-collection equipment from Emerson, Bently Nevada, SKF, or similar providers.
• Predictive maintenance or vibration analysis certification, such as Category I or II.
• Additional experience maintaining or operating rotating equipment in industrial or shop settings.

Employee Ownership: The Caltrol Advantage

At Caltrol, ownership is more than a benefit. It is how we work. As a certified employee-owned company, we empower our people with a “license to act” and the opportunity to share in the value they help create through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

You will join a supportive, team-driven culture that invests in training, encourages sound decision-making, and focuses on exceptional customer experiences. We are also committed to giving back through company and employee support of nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and local initiatives.

Learn more here: Caltrol ESOP

Benefits Designed for You and Your Family

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employee-owners’ overall health, financial future, and long-term success.

• Profit-sharing opportunities 
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Generous paid time off plus 10 paid holidays 
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the first day of the month after your hire date 
• Free and unlimited virtual care access to a dedicated physician 
• HSA with Caltrol contribution and FSA options 
• Company-paid life insurance   
• Company paid short-term disability 
• Student loan repayment match program 
• Tuition/education reimbursement 

Additional Benefits & Perks:

• Annual wellness benefits, including discounts on gym, on-demand fitness, and wearable technology
• Pet insurance and a pet discount program – because pets are part of the family
• Travel assistance
• Broad selection of voluntary insurance programs, including accident, critical illness, long-term disability, and legal

See more here: Benefits at Caltrol

This position is well suited for individuals who enjoy a balance of technical analysis, hands-on field diagnostics, customer interaction, and independent problem-solving.