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Nexpera LLC

Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Darrow, LA · On-site

$85 - $115/hr

Carry out reliability studies on existing equipment and recommend needed improvements in the areas of equipment philosophies, equipment strategies, equipment improvements and best practices for asset ...

Nexpera LLC

Maintenance & Reliability Engineer

Darrow, LA · On-site

$90K - $114K/yr

Carry out reliability studies on existing equipment and recommend needed improvements in the areas of equipment philosophies, equipment strategies, equipment improvements and best practices for asset ...

Cajun Industries

Equipment Engineer

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability * Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management * Support of ...

Cajun Industries

Equipment Engineer

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability * Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management * Support of ...

Cajun Industries

Equipment Engineer

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability * Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management * Support of ...

Cajun Industries

Equipment Engineer

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability * Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management * Support of ...

Cajun Industries

Equipment Engineer

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability * Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management * Support of ...

Cajun Industries

Equipment Engineer

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Use reliability and failure analysis data to increase equipment availability and reliability * Establish and maintain communications between all levels of supervision and management * Support of ...

Westlake

Reliability Engineer

Plaquemine, LA

$100K - $126K/yr

Perform equipment failure analysis to prevent reoccurrence. * Follow equipment repair in shops to ... Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability work in the petrochemical industry. PE ...

Westlake Corporation

Reliability Engineer

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

$100K - $126K/yr

Perform equipment failure analysis to prevent reoccurrence. * Follow equipment repair in shops to ... Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance/reliability work in the petrochemical industry. PE ...

Vintage Realty

Maintenance Supervisor

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$28 - $33/hr

Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability. * Coordinate with other departments to prioritize maintenance activities and minimize ...

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How much do equipment reliability jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for equipment reliability in Baton Rouge, LA is $61.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.64 and $69.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Equipment Reliability vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectEquipment ReliabilityMaintenance Technician
Required CredentialsCertifications in reliability engineering, technical trainingTechnical diploma or certification in maintenance or trades
Work EnvironmentFocus on analysis, planning, and improving equipment performanceHands-on repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries like manufacturing, energy, and oil & gas for proactive asset management

Equipment Reliability specialists focus on optimizing equipment performance through analysis and strategic planning, while Maintenance Technicians perform hands-on repairs and routine maintenance. Both roles are essential for operational efficiency but differ in their focus and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Equipment Reliability job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,311 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Maintenance and Reliability Manager

Frey Consulting Group

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$100 - $140/hr

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Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Title: Maintenance and Reliability Manager

Job Description
  • Develop and execute the overall maintenance and reliability strategy for all production equipment, facilities, and utility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
  • Lead maintenance, planning/scheduling, reliability, facilities, and utility functions to maximize equipment availability and plant performance.
  • Develop and execute preventive, predictive, condition-based, and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime, asset life, and OEE.
  • Establish and manage a reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) approach including failure analysis, equipment criticality assessments, and preventive maintenance optimization.
  • Develop and execute spare parts management and storeroom strategies to ensure equipment reliability while optimizing inventory investment.
  • Drive root cause analysis (RCA), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and corrective action programs for chronic equipment losses.
  • Lead maintenance personnel, supervisors, and skilled trades contractors through hiring, training, performance management, succession planning, and workforce development.
  • Establish maintenance and reliability budgets while effectively managing labor, parts, contractor, and capital expenditures.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Safety, and Supply Chain to improve plant performance and achieve business objectives.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, maintenance productivity, asset utilization, and cost reduction.
  • Oversee CMMS utilization, maintenance planning and scheduling, backlog management, work execution, and maintenance performance reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead capital projects, equipment installations, commissioning, startup support, and lifecycle asset management activities.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, proactive maintenance, reliability excellence, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 7+ years of progressive maintenance and reliability experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • 3+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance supervisors, planners, reliability personnel, and skilled trades employees.
  • Demonstrated success improving equipment reliability, asset utilization, uptime, and OEE
  • Experience leading root cause analysis (RCA), FMEA, Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and reliability improvement initiatives.
  • Experience with CMMS systems, maintenance planning and scheduling, work management, and asset lifecycle management.
  • Proven ability to develop PM programs, optimize maintenance strategies, and improve maintenance workforce productivity.
  • Experience managing maintenance budgets, capital projects, spare parts inventories, and contractor relationships.
  • Strong understanding of OSHA, environmental, food safety, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build high-performing teams and drive accountability.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, maintenance analytics, KPI reporting, and data-driven decision making.
  • Willingness to support off-shift operations and respond to critical plant issues as required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in food, beverage, packaging, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing.
  • Experience implementing or utilizing Theory of Constraints, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Reliability Excellence, or World Class Manufacturing programs.
  • Experience with automated packaging systems, PLCs, controls, VFDs, robotics, vision systems, and industrial utility systems.
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