Field Service Technician - Chicago, IL Area

Matheson • Joliet, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is broadly responsible for installation, assembly, commissioning, and service of cryogenic and non-cryogenic application equipment, cylinder and bulk storage systems, and gas distribution piping used in the Food Processing, Metals, Manufacturing, Chemical, Water Treatment and other industries. The role involves working independently and under supervision, reviewing technical documents, and performing hands-on installation and repair of various industrial gas application equipment at customer sites. This includes freezers, gas mixers, control systems, blowers, pumps, compressors, chillers, purifiers, and detection equipment. The technician will also perform pipe-fitting, and if qualified, brazing and welding. A key aspect of the role is supervising subcontractors, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering projects on time and within budget with a focus on technical excellence and safety.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational training in refrigeration, automotive, plumbing, electrician, or aviation.
• Minimum 10 years experience in plant maintenance, or Minimum 5 years experience as a service technician with industrial gases company.
• Ability to follow engineering instructions and specifications, and read blueprints and Bills of Materials
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to operate typical hand held power tools such as saws, drills, and grinders.
• Ability to perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting tasks with minimum supervision.
• Familiarity with rotating machinery.
• Ability to operate a forklift or be trained on forklift operation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a technical field is a plus.
• Brazing or welding certification or knowledge of general brazing and welding techniques and equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of PLCs is a plus.
• Familiarity with cryogenic and non-cryogenic systems, including: Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, CO2, Hydrogen, and Helium is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and under supervision of Project Engineer/Manager.
• Review scope of work documents, engineering specifications and plans, process schematics, and Bill of Materials.
• Rig in place, install, assemble, startup, repair and service machinery and equipment used in industrial gas applications at customer sites: freezers; gas mixers; flow, pressure and temperature control systems; blowers, pumps, and compressors; process water chillers; gas purifiers; and analytical and gas detection equipment.
• Perform pipe-fitting and install interconnecting piping.
• If qualified as a brazer or welder, perform brazing and welding operations when required.
• Supervise subcontractors and hired trades, hold daily Toolbox Talks, and ensure all Matheson and Customer’s safety requirements are met.
• Deliver projects on-time and on-budget, with an emphasis on technical excellence and safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED