Maintenance Technician

About the role

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team in Gilberts, IL. This position is open and operates Monday - Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands on maintenance for pumps, compressors, scrubber towers, high pressure piping, refrigeration systems, etc.
• Manage/schedule & direct maintenance activities using a computer based work order system.
• Identify and procure critical spare parts to insure plant reliability.
• Interface directly with suppliers and service providers.
• Maintain maintenance logs, reports, and filing necessary to support cGMP medical gas production.
• Take the lead implementing safety procedures such as hot work permitting, electrical lock out, confined space entry, etc.
• Maintain a work area in a neat and clean manner (housekeeping, safety).
• Receive freight shipments.
• Perform welding, plumbing, and mechanical work.
• Must be able to troubleshoot pumps, compressors, refrigeration equipment, process controls, etc.
• Compressor and pump mechanical operation, preventative maintenance and overhaul knowledge and experience is required.
• Reciprocation and screw compressors, positive displacement and centrifugal pumps.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with pumps, compressors, refrigeration systems, electrical systems, and controls.
• Comfortable using basic office software.
• Ability to recognize significant events and communicate maintenance conditions.
• The ability to weld high pressure stainless steel pipe is desirable.
• A working knowledge of refrigeration systems and compressors, electrical circuits, and process controls is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with pumps, compressors, refrigeration systems, electrical systems, and controls.
• Comfortable using basic office software.
• Ability to recognize significant events and communicate maintenance conditions.
• The ability to weld high pressure stainless steel pipe is desirable.
• A working knowledge of refrigeration systems and compressors, electrical circuits, and process controls is required.

Skills

• Basic office software proficiency.
• Good communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina and strength.

Benefits

Comprehensive family benefits: 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 30 days of employment.

Pay

Salary range: $25 - $35 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 14-week paid child birth benefit.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early access to benefits after 30 days of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

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.