Welder Repair Technician

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. Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 associates globally.

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.
Disassemble, clean, reassemble, test / troubleshoot electrical-electronic and mechanical welder equipment and accessories. use computer and internet for parts look up and schematics. Some lifting up to 50lbs.

This position is responsible to apply knowledge of machine repair and industrial electrics in a safe and efficient manner to rebuild, repair and maintain welding equipment while maintaining compliance with all regulatory agencies and requirements including, but not limited to OSHA, FDA, DOT, ISO and Airgas regulations, policies and procedures.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Demonstrates and aligns with Airgas Safety Pledge and 12 Life Saving Rules.

• Exemplifies, promotes and develops safe work behaviors.

• Ensures all applicable regulatory (OSHA, FDA, DOT, EPA) requirements are met and applicable training and recordkeeping is performed to meet departmental and location deadlines.

• Maintains compliance with all Specialty, Medical and Food Gas Standard Operating Procedures, SMS and ISO requirements and any and all associated paperwork.

Essential Functions:

• Pulls assigned equipment for repair from inventory using appropriate equipment.

• Performs inspection of machine and observes operation to detect cause of malfunction.

• Disassembles machine, using hand tools.

• Selects replacement parts lists and catalogs, or repairs parts, such as motor drive controls, motors, belts, transformers, bushings, bearings, and gears.

• May solder loose connections.

• May rewires electrical circuits.

• Reassemble machine, using hand tools, welding and brazing equipment, and measuring instruments.

• Sets up and starts repaired machine to verify operation.

• Responds to customer calls in a professional and efficient manner.

• Performs related duties as required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment as required.

• Assist with inventory, housekeeping and demonstrations as required.

• Other duties and projects as assigned.

• Demonstrated ability as a highly motivated individual who performs exceptionally well in a Customer Service/Product Delivery capacity.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, self-starter, self-motivated, sense of urgency, personable, well organized, ability to achieve goals, ability to focus and pay attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently with a sense of urgency and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

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

• Ability to read and comprehend safety data sheets.

• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.

• Ability to analyze a customers situation and help resolve customer problem as needed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED); technical certification preferred.

• 2 years of experience in electrical repair/testing experience preferred.

• 2 years of industry experience and training preferred.

• Working knowledge of mechanics and electricity.

• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.

• Working knowledge of welding products.

• Forklift certified or ability to obtain.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• SAP knowledge and experience a plus.

• Basic to intermediate proficiency in the use of the companys computer operating system (SAP).

• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other day to day computer software programs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimal outside of daily driving requirements (0 10%)

COMMUNICATION and/or CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write routine business reports and business correspondence in English.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and/or customers.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and safety data sheets using the English language.

• Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Forklift Certification or ability to obtain.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

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

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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, youll find a welcoming workplace where youre 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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