Field Service Technician II

How will you CONTRIBUTE

and GROW?The pay offered is from $32.00 - $41.00 per hour.

Technician will lead the commission, install, and repair of high pressure packaged gas piping systems, mirco-bulk tanks, cryogenic dewer cylinders, vaporizers and manifold equipment at customer and Airgas sites to ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of our products to the customers’ point of use.

Additionally, the technician will lead in the commission and installation of bulk (LIN, LOX, LAR, LH2, CO2, N2O, Medical) systems and associated equipment.

The Technician will be responsible for performing regularly scheduled preventative maintenance checks on required equipment, production / plant equipment, intermediate FLOXAL equipment, and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.

In addition, must be able to perform all Level I & II duties, as well as mentor and train less experienced technicians when needed.

• Comply with all Company and industry safety policies and procedures.
• Obtain federal, state, and municipal / local required certifications in order to perform job tasks.
• Lead, commission, install, and maintain all high pressure packaged gas piping systems, bulk, mirco-bulk tanks, cryogenic dewer cylinders, vaporizers and manifold equipment at customer and Airgas sites to ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of our products to the customers’ point of use.
• Perform sight surveys at prospective customer locations to determine the scope of the job while maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Perform cryogenic and high-pressure piping systems inspections and repairs of such equipment as per NFPA standards and manufacturers' recommended procedures to ensure operational safety and efficiency.
• Service, inspect, use, and maintain compressors, pumps, and other shop tools / equipment in good working condition and in accordance with manufacturers' recommended procedures.
• Identify and communicate service problems to the manager for timely repair response.
• Maintain inventory of parts and required to perform service, inspection, and maintenance of all equipment associated with the basic function of this position.
• Handle hazardous materials daily in a safe and approved manner.
• Install piping and final line regulator systems for specialized applications.
• Install and set alarms for automatic emergency reserve and backup system of gases.
• Install manifolds and valves for use with high-pressure gas cylinders.
• Secures the necessary documentation and approvals of work performed (installations and / or removals)
• Submit completed service orders, estimates, and invoices to the manager in a timely manner to facilitate customer billing.
• Demonstrate proficient skills; upgrade knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain excellent customer service.
• Flexible work schedule with the ability to travel overnight.
• Must attend company safety meetings.
• Ensure proper and full-time use of PPE.
• Ensure any accident or injury is reported promptly to the manager.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Education :

College or technical degree preferred.

Required Length & Type of Experience :

• Minimum of 6 years of diagnostic and / or repair experience in some or all of the following is required : cryogenics, high pressure piping, brazing, programmable controls, and process instrumentation.
• Extensive experience working with bulk gas delivery systems, pumps, or mechanical machinery.
• Experience in the HVAC, Universal certification a plus
• Welding / brazing skills required.
• Able to understand piping and tank detail from manuals and mechanical drawings and / or P&ID’s.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable regulatory standards and good manufacturing practices set forth by the CGA, NFPA, NEC and other professional / regulatory bodies.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools (electrical and manual) in a proper and safe manner.
• Must have strong math skills; ability to calculate figures and units of measure.
• Skills to prioritize integrated service activities to maximize time spent working on equipment at customer locations.
• Must control and lead site project activities with multiple onsite vendors.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to interact with internal and external customers professionally.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean DMV report; may require DOT physical.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to meet customers’ needs and managements’ expectations.
• Must be willing to be away from home for up to 3-5 days at a time for installs and certification schools.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet operational deadlines.
• Leads initiative to problem solve and troubleshoot with results.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and scissor lift, and be able to maintain appropriate certifications.
• Ability to routinely lift 25-50 lbs and occasionally lift 51-80 lbs with material handling equipment.
• Ability to work safely under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Team player attitude with ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Pre-employment and random drug testing and background screen applies.

EOE AA M / F / Vet / Disability

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability

Airgas will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FCIHO

Your differences enhance our performance

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.