I&E/Maintenance Technician

Praxair • Hawkins, TX

23h

About The Position

The Linde Gas United States (LGUS) division of LINDE, Inc. is currently seeking Instrumentation/electrical /Maintenance Technician in Hawkins, TX. This position requires the ability to work independently and with a team to perform a wide variety of skilled I&E/maintenance duties to install, troubleshoot, and repair Facility equipment.

Requirements

• High School education, associate’s degree a plus
• I&E experience/ certification preferred
• Mechanical maintenance experience or aptitude a plus
• 3+ years’ experience in an industrial production environment
• Excellent computer skills required.
• On-Call ability required within 24/7 operation environment.
• Some travel for training required

Nice To Haves

• Welding and HVAC experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform instrumentation and electrical troubleshooting, repairs, and Calibrations to include but not limited to low voltage electrical (up to 600V), transmitters, PLC’s, Temperature and flow measurements.
• Perform maintenance and calibrations on process analyzers
• Uses a wide variety of hand, power, measurement, and machine tools to troubleshoot and repair various mechanical equipment and systems.
• Closely follow SMP/SOP's and all safety policies and procedures
• Disassembly/assembly of rotating equipment, pumps, gearboxes, compressors, etc. to repair/replace bearings, gears, seals, structural components and the like.
• Ability to read and understand equipment instruction manuals, drawing, and blueprints, SWD’s and electrical one lines.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all production equipment and systems.
• In addition to the Hawkins facility, the technician will be required to also aid the Garland, TX and Fort Worth facilities as needed.
• They will also work closely with the Garland and Fort Worth Technicians who support Hawkins as well.
• Utilizing multiple Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), plan and execute maintenance activities including procurement of parts, supervision of maintenance tasks, and completion of all follow up required documentation.
• Complete some repairs of mechanical piping systems including threaded and welded pipe systems.
• Complete and document maintenance activities associated with predictive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Support startup/shutdown operations of plant process
• Supervise safety compliance and work activities of contractors
• Communicate to management effectively of arising issues

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