Field Services Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026. Airgas scores B on the Alion truth index.
Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - Pecue - Retail shopHow 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, Baton Rouge, LA!
We are looking for you!
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday ON Call Expectation
- Perform emergency corrective maintenance on Airgas and customer-owned assets.
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- 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 Field Service Technician for the Gulf Coast Region is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and removal of cryogenic pressure vessels and associated equipment across industrial, medical, and specialty gas markets.This role requires high-level technical proficiency in managing electrical systems, PLC controllers, and gaseous systems while ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and hazardous material handling.
- Install, maintain, and remove cryogenic pressure vessels and associated equipment (vaporizers, cryopumps, final lines, gas mixers, auto-changeovers, external alarm panels, exterior piping, and telemetry units) for Airgas and customer facilities. This includes handling gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, helium, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide.
- Install, maintain, and remove gaseous systems, including nitrogen generators/membranes, air compressors, High-Pressure/Low-Pressure (HP/LP) reserve systems, auto-switchovers, and fill plant systems.
- Conduct preventative maintenance checks on all Cryogenic Department assets on a regularly scheduled basis.
- Perform emergency corrective maintenance on Airgas and customer-owned assets.
- Maintain accurate inventory of parts and supplies required for service duties.
- Work in a safe manner, adhering to all safety procedures and rules mandated by State, Federal, and Company regulations.
- Handle hazardous materials daily in a safe and approved manner.
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Perform site surveys at prospective customer locations to determine proper equipment placement and sizing.
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Are you a MATCH?
Required Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- Must possess a minimum of three years of relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the safe operation of both electrical and manual hand tools.
- Ability to acquire and maintain required Driver's License endorsements.
- Must be able to operate a forklift and maintain necessary certifications.
- Ability to pass required testing and acquire the following:
- Boiler and Pressure Vessel Certification
- Medical Certificate
- Brazing License
- 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:
- Post-secondary education equivalent to a one-year technical college or similar background is a valued asset.
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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 [email protected].
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