Plant Maintenance Technician

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products. Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 associates globally.

Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

The Plant Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains facility, machinery, buildings and equipment used in compressing and liquefying gasses. They will also partner with internal and external customers to answer technical questions with Airgas equipment. Also responsible for keeping plant in compliance with all FDA, Safecor and DOT regulations.

• Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.

• Installs, extracts, inspects, troubleshoots and repairs bulk tanks, valves and cryogenic pumps and performs operational tests after installation.

• Operates and safely maintains equipment for pumping or repackaging gasses into cylinders.

• Regularly inspects and maintains pumping apparatus, tanks, and valves and associated monitoring devices.

• Answers technical questions from internal or external sources.

• Ensures any accident or injury is promptly reported to management.

• Conducts periodic checks of the Plant for safe and efficient operations.

• Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

• Maintains neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.

• Operates a vehicle to travel to customer sites to work on equipment as needed.

• Repairs and maintains equipment in the plant such as compressors, scrubbers, instrument panels, and electrical equipment, following blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals, using hand tools, welding equipment, and testing instruments.

• Tests equipment to locate causes of trouble, using standard test meters.

• Dismantles equipment using hand tools and power tools.

• Welds, brazes, burns and solders parts.

• Repairs and replaces pipes and equipment, using pipefitting tools.

• Repairs and adjusts instrument control panels, rectifiers, motors, switches, and other electrical equipment.

• Repacks compressors and pumps.

• May operate metalworking tools to make and repair parts.

• Changes filtration materials as required.

• Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures and comply with all federal, state, local and DOT regulations.

• Maintains neat, clean and professional personal appearance, and maintains vehicle appearance in a professional manner.

• All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience and education.

• At least one year of knowledge and experience of arc and gas welding with at least two years industry experience is preferred. Competent in plumbing, carpentry and masonry work.

• Experience working with electrical circuits, motors, compressors, pumps and drives in an industrial setting.

• Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lift 25-17 pounds and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 100 pounds.

• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to work occasional overtime to keep the plant running with limited downtown.

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

• Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.

The hourly base pay range for this position in Washington is $30.00 / hr. - $36.00 /hr. Please note that the hourly base pay information is a general guideline only. Air Liquide considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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