Production Technician

About the role

Linde Inc. is seeking a Production Technician to join their team in Brownsville, TX. This role involves operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining various cryogenic systems and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Commission, operate, troubleshoot, calibrate, maintain, and repair cryogenic liquid and gas production, purification, storage, vaporization, analytical, and delivery systems.
• Perform plant startups, shutdowns, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs while ensuring compliance with approved procedures and safety requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment, instrumentation, process control, and mechanical system issues involving valves, piping, pumps, motors, fans, transmitters, meters, and automated controls.
• Develop and execute reliability, availability, and cost-improvement projects to optimize plant performance and reduce operational expenses.
• Maintain and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, maintenance documentation, quality records, and production reports in accordance with company and customer standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate operational issues, and support achievement of individual and team goals.
• Utilize CMMS and condition-monitoring data to drive preventive maintenance, identify potential failures, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Coordinate maintenance activities, schedule resources, procure materials, and oversee contractors to support operational needs.
• Work in both office and field environments, including accessing elevated equipment, and participate in rotating on-call coverage, extended hours, weekends, and holiday support as required.

Requirements

• Associate degree, technical certification, military technical training, or equivalent experience in a related industrial or mechanical field.
• More than two (2+) years of experience supporting industrial plant operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment, mechanical systems, instrumentation, and process operations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and computerized maintenance systems.
• Ability to climb ladders up to 200 feet, perform elevated work, wear required PPE, and lift up to 75 pounds as needed.
• Ability to operate forklifts and aerial lifts upon company qualification.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, rotating on-call schedules, and respond to plant emergencies during off-hours.

Qualifications

• Preferred background in military technical specialties such as Machinist Mate, Electrician Mate, Gas Turbine Technician, or Boiler Technician.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level.

Pay

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Rotating on-call coverage, extended hours, weekends, and holiday support may be required.