Welder Repair Technician I

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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 searching for a Welder Repair Technician I who will perform a dual role as Repair Technician and Driver.

As a Repair Technician – Be responsible for repairing, refurbishing, and maintaining engine-driven generators and ensuring a safe working environment.

As a Driver – Be responsible for the safe delivery and pick-up of welding equipment, parts, supplies, and accessories to and from our customers in a commercial vehicle.

Education Level

• Post-secondary education equivalent to a 1-year Technical College or equivalent is (an asset)

Work Experience

• 2-3 plus years of related technical experience
• Working knowledge of power generating and welding equipment, welding application and equipment is an asset.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assembles 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.
• Ensures efficient and safe delivery of customer equipment requirements as per shipping documentation.
• Inspects returned equipment for proper operation or damage by the customer.
• Maintains communication with all branch personnel.
• Operates a forklift, pallet jack, or other necessary equipment to stock required parts in the shop.
• Operates company commercial vehicles to deliver welding equipment and supplies to customer sites as required.
• Orders parts as required to complete repairs.
• Prepares accurate shipping documentation, and travel logs including signed copies of all documents, returns, and shortages noted and damage records.
• Prepares and completes paperwork for all machine repairs
• Prepares and tests welding equipment for delivery to customers.
• Repaints parts, touches up paint and puts decals on welders to maintain general appearance.
• Replaces defective parts and completes preventative maintenance required.
• Works closely with the Branch Coordinator/Branch Manager to ensure customer needs are met.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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 multi-task 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.

Licenses/Certifications

• Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Auto, home, and personal property insurance options
• Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Basic long-term disability insurance
• Choose between 5 medical plan options
• Competitive salaries
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Keep tabs on your eye health with our vision care plan
• Leadership development courses
• On-site training programs
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Scholarship programs
• Select from two valuable dental plan options
• Short-term disability coverage
• Worker’s compensation insurance

Employer’s Statement

Airgas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.