Field Service Technician

About the role

We are hiring a Field Service Technician in Columbus, OH. Airgas offers comprehensive family benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. We provide 14 weeks of paid maternity leave, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the success of installing and providing care for on-site nitrogen generation plants and bulk medical or industrial gas systems in a safe and operationally effective manner, aligned with all federal, state/provincial and local codes, and Airgas policies.
• Collaborates on the installation and care of nitrogen on-site generation equipment.
• Supports cryogenic bulk installations both at Airgas facilities and customer sites.
• Restores and optimizes pressure reduction equipment associated with bulk delivery systems.
• Evaluates and performs general improvements to electrical systems associated with N2 generation and cryogenic installations, including: motor controls and relays, low pressure, high pressure and liquid level alarm systems.
• Captures and coordinates the placement of decals and warning signs for the proper identification of hazards, warnings, ownership, normal operational settings, emergency contacts, etc.
• Performs installation of piping systems in alignment with company SOP’s.
• Conducts Site Surveys to foster compliance with all federal, state/provincial and local codes.
• Fosters the security of fencing provided to protect installations from tampering or unauthorized entry.
• Performs periodic preventative maintenance tasks on N2 generation equipment based on the PM schedule to ensure long-term reliability.
• Performs annual evaluations of all bulk installation sites to support their condition and correct operation.
• Champion of safety policies and procedures to ensure everyone returns home safely.
• Maintains an appropriate stock of recommended parts necessary to support typical installations within the assigned customer base.
• Supports the team in other areas as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a Certified Brazer Certificate, within 30 days of employment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Preferred qualifications include HVAC or refrigeration certification, ASSE Medical Gas Credentials, and prior electrical experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial field service experience, preferably in gas generation systems.
• Detailed understanding of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 99 and NFPA 55 requirements.
• Hands-on experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure piping, compressors, and proven ability to troubleshoot system problems.
• Working knowledge of welding, brazing processes (specifically silver brazing).
• Able to respond to emergencies 24 hours per day.
• 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, PowerPoint, Outlook E-mail).
• Able 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.
• Possess self-motivation, enthusiasm, a positive attitude and perform as a team player.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a Certified Brazer Certificate, within 30 days of employment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Preferred qualifications include HVAC or refrigeration certification, ASSE Medical Gas Credentials, and prior electrical experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial field service experience, preferably in gas generation systems.
• Detailed understanding of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 99 and NFPA 55 requirements.
• Hands-on experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure piping, compressors, and proven ability to troubleshoot system problems.
• Working knowledge of welding, brazing processes (specifically silver brazing).
• Able to respond to emergencies 24 hours per day.
• 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, PowerPoint, Outlook E-mail).
• Able 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.
• Possess self-motivation, enthusiasm, a positive attitude and perform as a team player.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with cryogenic equipment, pressure piping, compressors, and proven ability to troubleshoot system problems.
• Working knowledge of welding, brazing processes (specifically silver brazing).
• Ability to respond to emergencies 24 hours per day.
• 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, PowerPoint, Outlook E-mail).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 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.
• 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate field service needs.