Field Service Tech
About The Position
Airgas is hiring a Field Service Technician in the Charlotte, North Carolina area to install and service bulk industrial and medical gas delivery systems. The technician is responsible for safe equipment operation, repairs, and maintenance of cryogenic pumps and systems, while following applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA, FDA, ISO, and Airgas protocols. The work schedule is Monday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with on-call responsibilities and occasional overtime. The technician must be able to respond to emergencies 24 hours per day; arrangements for emergency coverage are made when the technician is unavailable for personal reasons or paid time off.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of industrial field service experience, preferably in gas generation systems.
- Detailed understanding of NFPA 99 and NFPA 55 requirements.
- Understanding of the characteristics and hazards of cryogenic and high-pressure gases, and knowledge of the products, containers, and piping systems encountered on the job.
- Hands-on experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure piping, and compressors, and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot system problems.
- Must have, or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment, a Certified Brazer Certificate; the company provides training and certification opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- Previous HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or welding experience.
Responsibilities
- Install and maintain nitrogen on-site generation equipment.
- Install cryogenic bulk systems at Airgas facilities and customer sites.
- Respond to emergencies 24 hours per day, with coverage arrangements made when unavailable.
- Repair pressure reduction equipment associated with bulk delivery systems.
- Analyze and perform general repairs on electrical systems for nitrogen generation and cryogenic installations, including motor controls and relays, low- and high-pressure alarms, and liquid-level alarm systems.
- Install decals and warning signs identifying hazards, warnings, ownership, normal operating settings, and emergency contacts.
- Install piping systems in accordance with company standard operating procedures.
- Perform site surveys to verify compliance with federal, state or provincial, and local codes.
- Ensure security fencing is provided to protect installations from tampering or unauthorized entry.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on nitrogen generation equipment.
- Conduct annual inspections of bulk installation sites to verify their condition and proper operation.
- Follow and ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain an appropriate stock of recommended parts for repairs at assigned customer installations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability insurance, including short-term and long-term disability.
- 14-week paid childbirth benefit; parental leave is also listed among benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching funds.
- Tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement; discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
- Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
- Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave.
- Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
- Referral bonus.
- Benefits begin after 30 days of employment, according to the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
