R10095549 Field Service Technician (Open)

Location:

Shreveport, LA - South - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

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.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Field Service Technician in Shreveport, LA!

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.

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Travel 50 percent travel with overnight stays as needed. Will be on call 24/7 for emergencies.

Recruiter: Tammie Stacye/[email protected]

Installs and maintain cryogenic pressure vessels in industrial, medical, specialty gas and welding markets. Attends in house and external training to develop expertise in working with bulk gas delivery systems serviced by Airgas Mid South. Performs installation, preventative maintenance and repairs on bulk gas delivery systems manufactured or distributed by Airgas Mid South. Collaborates with the team to safely operate an Airgas vehicle from facility to customer locations to complete duties and work orders. Maintains company vehicle, tools, truck inventory and equipment to be able to respond to customer needs in a timely manner.

• Deliver, install and maintain all cryogenic pressure vessels in the customer base.

• Perform preventative maintenance checks on a regularly scheduled basis of all cryogenic pressure vessels.

• Coordinate and maintain inventory of parts and supplies needed to perform duties.

• Responsibly manage hazardous materials daily in a safe and approved manner.

• Install piping and final line regulator systems for medical and industrial applications.

• Set alarms for automatic emergency reserve systems of gases at hospitals.

• Install manifolds for use with high pressure gas cylinders.

• Install and maintain cryogenic pumps and drives to all branch locations.

• Do sight surveys at prospective customer locations to understand requirements and build alignment on what is needed to perform the installations.

• Install and maintain cryogenic pumping systems on delivery trucks.

• Maintain a clean and safe workplace and attend safety meetings.

• Follows the Airgas safety procedures and attends monthly safety meetings.

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• You will need a minimum of three years of relevant work experience.

• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

• Capability to write routine reports and professional correspondence.

• Experience and good skills with troubleshooting.

• Valid Drivers license is needed.

• Experience with operating a forklift and maintaining the necessary certifications.

• Will need to pass required testing and obtain Medical Certificate and Brazing License.

• Ability to travel with overnight stays

• Experience in the safe operation of both electrical and manual hand tools

• Ability to read, interpret, and produce detailed process diagrams for customer sites.

• Professional communication with customers and vendors; must maintain a professional appearance.

• Ability to read and interpret various documents, including MSDS, safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and P&ID’s.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with bulk gas delivery systems.

• Prior experience in the HVAC or plumbing industry.

• Prior experience working on pumps or mechanical machinery.

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.

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.

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.

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 [email protected].

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