Field Service Technician

Field Service Technician (Open)

Location:

Des Moines, IA - Retail shop

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, customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We are looking for you!

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: 14‑week paid child‑birth benefit.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

• Installs and maintains nitrogen on‑site generation equipment.
• Installs cryogenic bulk installations 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, relays, low‑pressure, high‑pressure and liquid level alarm systems.
• Installs decals and warning signs for hazard identification, ownership, normal operation, and emergency contacts.
• Performs installation of piping systems in accordance with company SOPs.
• Performs site surveys to assure compliance with all federal, state/provincial and local codes.
• Ensures security fencing protects 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 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.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial field‑service experience, preferably in gas generation systems.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Clear and effective speaking manner for explaining information to customers and employees.
• Ability to set goals and manage time to ensure timely completion of tasks and achievement of goals.
• Demonstrated independent judgment and initiative for resolving problems and making recommendations; tact and diplomacy in dealing with internal and external customers; handling proprietary information.
• Self‑motivation, enthusiasm, positive attitude, and teamwork skills.
• Required to observe and assess information.
• Frequent use of computer, telephone, and operation of a motor vehicle.
• Required to move/transport materials weighing 25‑75 pounds with frequent bending, twisting and reaching motions.
• Physical maneuvers requiring climbing stairs, ladders and truck beds.
• Must work outdoors in a wide range of temperatures.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.
• Reliable transportation; a service truck will be provided after initial training.

• Certified Brazing Certificate (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).
• Detailed understanding of NFPA 99 and NFPA 55 requirements.
• Understanding of cryogenic and high‑pressure gas hazards and related product containers and piping systems.
• Hands‑on experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure piping, compressors, pumps, and troubleshooting system problems.
• Working knowledge of welding and brazing processes (specifically silver brazing).
• Ability to perform regulator repairs, pipe/liquid leak repairs, etc. is a plus.
• Ability to respond to emergencies at facilities during operating hours; arrangements for emergency coverage are made when a technician is unavailable.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, MSDS, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

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