Welding Repair Technician

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At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

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.

The Welding Repair Technician will assist in the rehabilitation and repair of Liquid Cylinder tanks (both industrial and beverage) at the company's Whites Creek facility. The technician will be responsible for performing regularly scheduled repairs, rehab and upgrades of Liquid Cylinders. Prepare rehabbed liquid cylinders for shipping via pallet or alone. Properly receive and inspect liquid cylinders for repair. Properly remove old stickers and signage, complete Normal Evaporative Rate, (NER), testing. Polish refurbished tanks, properly install new decal, signage and prepare for shipping. Be able to understand and follow procedures from company LCR rehab manuals and other instruction. In this position the technician will also repair and maintain liquid cylinders. Some warehouse, forklift and inventory tasks will be associated with this position. Candidate must be detail oriented and thorough and have and an ability to learn and to properly handle both liquid and high pressure gas cylinders. Must be able to pass written and oral test on LCR procedures and federal handling of hazardous materials, (HHM), regulations, following training.

• Comply with all Company and industry safety policies and procedures.

• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to work some occasional overtime, if necessary.

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

• Must be able to work outdoors in a wide range of temperatures.

• Ability to use hand tools (electrical and manual) in a safe manner.

• Must be able to operate a forklift and able to maintain appropriate certifications.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, safety instructions, technical procedures or governmental regulations (MSDS).

• Maintain neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.

• Learn " Great Customer Service " Techniques.

• Service, inspect, use, and maintain shop tools/equipment in clean good working condition and accordance with manufacturers recommended procedures.

• Identify and communicate problems to supervisors for timely repair response.

• Maintain inventory of parts that are required to perform service.

• Inspection and basic maintenance of all equipment associated with the basic function of this position.

• Submit completed inspection reports to manager in timely manner to facilitate customer billing.

• Must attend company safety meetings.

• Ensure proper and full time use of Personal Protective Equipment.

• Ensure any accident or injury is reported promptly to manager. Must have strong math skills; ability to calculate figures and units of measure.

• Must be customer service oriented and able to interact with both internal and external customers in a professional manner.

• Takes initiative to problem solve and troubleshoot with results.

• Possess a commitment to safety.

• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

• Other duties are as assigned. This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of this position. Incumbents are expected to follow any other reasonable instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor. Performance of this job in a safe manner and in keeping with established Airgas policies is a condition of employment.

• Assist LCR team in other LCR rehab stations.

• General office/facility housekeeping.

• High school diploma, or equivalent (GED).

• Must be able to read and write in English.

• Must have basic computer skills or willing to take classes to learn those skills.

• Able to understand piping and tank detail from manuals and mechanical drawings.

• Experience with cryogenic gases and systems, high pressure piping/tubing work a plus.

• Experience in the HVAC or plumbing industry with hands on welding/brazing skill a plus.

• Pre-employment and random drug testing, physical and background screen applies.

In lieu of the above, any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the aforementioned knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered at the company's discretion.

The USES category for this position is Medium. While performing the duties of this job the associate is regularly required to perform work involving standing, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, as well as talk and hear. The associate will be required to routinely lift 25-50 lbs and occasionally lift 51-80 lbs with material handling equipment for more than 10 feet. Associate is required to move large gas cylinders with the use of a hand cart. Associate is required by this position to use hands to fingers to feel objects, work tools or controls to hook up and disconnect cylinders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

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

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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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. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

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

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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