Equipment Repair Technician

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Company Profile

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, hard goods/related products, safety products, ammonia products, and process chemicals.

Job Profile

The company is hiring an Equipment Repair Technician who will repair, refurbish, and maintain engine-driven welding equipment and generators, and ensure a safe working environment.

Education Level

• High School Diploma
• Post-Secondary education equivalent to a 1-year technical college or equivalent (an asset)

Work Experience

• 1 year of related technical experience.

License/Certification

• Must have a valid Driver’s License

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assembles electric, diesel, gas, and propane equipment for rental. Tests and calibrates machines to see if they are functional for rent or sale.
• Ensures a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Ensures a safe work environment by following Airgas/Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines.
• Inspects returned equipment for proper operation or damage by the customer.
• Maintains communication with all branch personnel.
• Occasionally advises customers regarding the best equipment for their projects.
• Occasionally required to service equipment and customers at off-site locations.
• Operates a forklift, pallet jack or other necessary equipment to stock required parts in the shop.
• Orders parts as needed to complete repairs.
• Performs field work as needed.
• Prepares and completes paperwork for all machine repairs.
• Repaints parts, touches up paint, and puts decals on welders to maintain the general appearance.
• Repairs and refurbishes all Electric and Engine Drives.
• Replaces defective parts and completes the preventative maintenance required.
• Performs other related duties.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to act proactively or find a solution to work-related problems.
• Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Ability to multitask and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Adaptable to set and prioritize work with varying exceptions.
• Attention to detail and solid organizational skills.
• Communicates well in writing by composing clear documents.
• Communicates with clarity, verbally in one-on-one or group situations, and over the telephone.
• Working knowledge of power-generating and welding equipment, welding applications, and equipment is an asset.

Work Environment

• Follows safety and maintenance procedures
• Handles tools and repair equipment
• May lift or move heavy parts
• Works in workshops or customer sites
• Works with electrical or mechanical systems

Benefits/Perks

• The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays.
• Also, offer a 401 (k) plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

Employer’s Statement

Airgas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.