Field Service Technician

R Field Service Technician (Open)

Location:

Des Moines, IA - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Airgas is Hiring for a Field Service Technician in Des Moines, IA!

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

We are looking for you!

• 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.

• Installs and maintains nitrogen on-site generation equipment.
• Installs cryogenic bulk installations both at Airgas facilities and customer sites.
• Repairs pressure reduction equipment associated with bulk delivery systems.
• Analyzes and makes 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.
• Adheres to and ensures that safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintains an appropriate stock of recommended parts necessary to repair typical installations within the assigned customer base.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial field service experience, preferably in gas generations systems.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook E-mail).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates a clear and effective speaking manner for the purpose of explaining information to customers and employees.
• Ability to set goals and manage time to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner and achievement of goals are accomplished and manage and execute multiple tasks or priorities as necessary.
• Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations; demonstrating tact and diplomacy in dealing with internal and external customers; and handling proprietary information.
• Must possess self‑motivation, enthusiasm, a positive attitude and perform as a team player.
• Employee will be required to observe and assess information.
• Requires frequent use of computer, telephone and operation of a motor vehicle.
• Will be required to move / transport materials weighing 25‑75 pounds in which frequent bending, twisting and reaching motions may be required.
• Required to perform various physical maneuvers requiring climbing stairs, ladders and truck beds to complete essential functions of the job.
• Must be able to work outdoors in a wide range of temperatures.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.
• Must have reliable, appropriate transportation. Service truck will be provided after initial training phase.

• Must have, or be able to obtain, a Certified Brazer Certificate, within 30 days of employment.
• Detailed understanding of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 99 and NFPA 55 requirements.
• Understand the characteristics and hazards of cryogenic and high pressure gasses in general, and have specific knowledge and understanding…