CO₂ Maintenance/QA Technician

Praxair • Louisville, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The CO₂ Maintenance/QA Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Linde’s CO₂ depot located within the Jim Beam distillery in Lebanon Junction, KY. This role includes performing daily operations, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, calibrations, and repairs while maintaining strict ISO, QA, and OSHA compliance. Technicians work independently with minimal supervision and have primary responsibility for the performance and maintenance of their assigned facility.
Facility Overview:
The CO₂ Depot includes multiple liquid CO₂ storage tanks, a fill zone, and a QA/Analyzer building within the distillery, and an off‑site office with a driver room, storage, and truck parking. The depot operates 24/7 with remote monitoring during off‑hours. The on-site team includes 2 drivers and 1 technician, supported by a Distribution Superintendent and Facility Manager based in LaPorte, IN.
Scope of Work:
The Technician is responsible for all aspects of the CO₂ depot, including: operating and maintaining fixed equipment; troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control‑system issues; supporting distribution operations including driver training, product loading, troubleshooting fill issues, maintaining analyzers, ensuring QA and DOT compliance, and performing basic tractor and trailer maintenance; coordinating and overseeing contractor work; maintaining compliance through scheduled inspections; and occasional travel for training or plant support.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills
• Active Driver’s License
• Ability to work on-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Up to 10%25 travel

Nice To Haves

• AAS degree or technical apprenticeship
• 5+ years industrial production or distribution experience
• CO₂ production or filling experience
• Instrumentation and control experience
• Basic tractor/trailer maintenance capability
• Active CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement (Bonus)

Responsibilities

• Maintain Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Compliance standards.
• Oversee trailer filling and QA testing processes while assisting drivers with troubleshooting issues.
• Ensure compliance with internal and DOT preventive maintenance and inspection standards and carry out light tractor and trailer maintenance activities
• Troubleshoot and maintain pumps, valves, motors, scales, and other related equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and one‑line diagrams.
• Calibrate and repair instrumentation and analytical equipment.
• Procure materials and contractor services.
• Oversee any contractor work with proper scheduling and permitting.
• Complete regulatory inspections on schedule.
• Safely operate forklifts and man‑lifts.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, drivers, management, logistics, product management, and LCO2 supplier.
• Use standard programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package.
• Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth.
• Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees