Field Service Technician

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Albany, GA - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Airgas is hiring for a Field Service Technician in Albany GA!

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

• Work Schedule - Monday - Friday
• Referral Bonus
• Monthly Plant Incentive potentially earn up to $4 more per hour
• Comprehensive Family Benefits:
  Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents:
  We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access:
  Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Recruiter: Jacob (Jac) Phone:  Call or Text

The Field Service Technician is responsible for installing and servicing on-site nitrogen generation plants and bulk medical or industrial gas systems in a safe and operationally effective manner, in accordance with all federal, state/provincial and local codes, and Airgas policies.

• Installs and maintains nitrogen on-site generation equipment.
• Installs cryogenic bulk installations both at Airgas facilities and customer sites.
• Able to respond to emergencies 24 hours per day. Arrangements for emergency coverage are made when a technician is unavailable for personal reasons or paid time off.
• Repairs pressure reduction equipment associated with bulk delivery systems.
• Analyze and make general repairs to electrical systems associated with N2 generation and cryogenic installations, including: motor controls and relays, low pressure, high pressure and liquid level alarm systems.
• Installs decals and warning signs for the proper identification of hazards, warnings, ownership, normal operational settings, emergency contacts, etc.
• Performs installation of piping systems in accordance with company SOP’s.
• Performs Site Surveys to assure compliance with all federal, state/provincial and local codes.
• Assures security fencing is provided to protect installations from tampering or unauthorized entry.
• Performs periodic preventative maintenance tasks on N2 generation equipment based on the PM schedule.
• Performs annual inspections of all bulk installation sites to assure their condition and correct operation.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or welding experience a plus
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a Certified Brazer Certificate, within 30 days of employment ( Company will provide opportunity for training and certification)
• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial field service experience, preferably in gas generations systems.
• Detailed understanding of NFPA 99 and NFPA 55 requirements.
• Understand the characteristics and hazards of cryogenic and high pressure gases in general, and have specific knowledge and understanding of the products, containers and piping systems which will be encountered in the performance of their job duties.
• Hands on experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure piping, compressors, as well as, proven ability to troubleshoot system problems.
• Working knowledge of welding, brazing processes (specifically silver brazing).
• Ability to perform regulator repairs, repair piping/liquid leaks, etc.is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and design specifications, manufacturer drawings, architectural drawings related to bulk delivery sites associated with customer installations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook E-mail).
• Ability to move / lift materials weighing 25-75 pounds; frequent bending, twisting and reaching motions; climbing of ladders, stairs and truck beds; perform various physical maneuvers to complete essential functions of the job.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime (days, evenings, and weekends, if necessary).
• Occasional overnight travel.
• On Call Responsibilities.

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

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