Technician - Level 1

Airgas•Baton Rouge, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is hiring a Level 1 Technician in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to repair, refurbish, and maintain engine-driven welding equipment and generators under the direction of the Branch Manager. The technician also restores and maintains electric drives and helps assemble electric, diesel, gas, and propane equipment for rental. Equipment is tested and calibrated to ensure it is ready for customers, and the role includes preventive maintenance, parts identification and ordering, inspection of returned equipment, repainting and applying decals, and completing repair documentation. The technician supports a safe, clean, and organized shop, communicates with branch personnel, and may occasionally provide on-site service, assist field operations, and help customers identify suitable equipment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Training in equipment repair and maintenance is an asset.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Mechanical inclination and knowledge of electrical schematics.

Nice To Haves

Equipment repair and maintenance training.
Zero to one year of related technical experience; candidates early in their careers or transitioning from similar fields are welcome.
Working knowledge of power-generating and welding equipment.
Thoroughness and care in technical tasks, along with solid organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and work autonomously while staying connected to team goals.

Responsibilities

Follow Airgas/Red-D-Arc health and safety guidelines and contribute to a culture of safety.
Repair, refurbish, restore, and maintain electric and engine-driven welding equipment and generators.
Assemble electric, diesel, gas, and propane equipment for rental.
Test and calibrate equipment to ensure it is operating reliably and ready for customers.
Repaint parts, touch up paint, and apply decals to welders.
Identify and update parts while performing preventive maintenance.
Coordinate parts ordering as required.
Inspect returned equipment for proper operation and identify necessary care.
Use a forklift, pallet jack, or other necessary equipment to organize parts in the shop.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Prepare and complete documentation for machine repairs.
Occasionally provide on-site service and support equipment and customers.
Communicate openly with branch personnel and help customers understand suitable equipment for their projects.
Support field operations and perform other related duties as a team member.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
Paid parental leave, including a 14-week paid childbirth benefit.
Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays.
401(k) plan with company matching funds.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement and discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents.
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.