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We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.The A-Technician, Cylinder Maintenance role is a critical function within our production facility, focused on ensuring the safety, compliance, and aesthetic standards of all gas cylinders in accordance with stringent Airgas procedures. This position is integral to the overall lifecycle management of our cylinder inventory. Working within a fast-paced, high-volume production environment, the Cylinder Maintenance Technician is responsible for a comprehensive set of tasks that prepare cylinders for re-entry into service. The primary duties include preparation for valving, surface preparation and paint removal and repainting and finishing:\nResponsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.\n\nPreparation for Valving: Accurately preparing cylinder necks and fittings to ensure a proper and secure seal for new or reconditioned valves, adhering strictly to safety and quality protocols.\n\nSurface Preparation and Paint Removal: Executing the necessary processes for complete and effective removal of old paint, rust, and surface contaminants. This may involve blasting, chemical stripping, or other approved mechanical methods to create a clean, uniform substrate for repainting.\n\nRepainting and Finishing: Applying new coats of paint, ensuring proper thickness, adhesion, and uniformity. This step must meticulously follow the approved Airgas color coding and formatting specifications to guarantee immediate and accurate identification of the cylinder contents as per industry and regulatory standards.\n\nVisually examine all Vertical Gas Liquid cylinders (VGL’s) pre and post repair for any damage or leaks.\n\nOperates cylinder buffing equipment as required.\n\nPerforms preventative maintenance on VGL’s by testing for the functionality of the components.\n\nPerforms vacuum functionality and repairs valves, pressure builders, and gages.\n\nDocuments all maintenance performed each shift using the appropriate tracking log.\n\nStaging, banding, and shipping all VGL’s that require a new vacuum\n\nMaintains inventory of supplies needed to assure continued production with VGL’s.\n\nIdentifies and condemns all cylinders that do not meet Airgas standards. Communicates any immediate concerns with the supervisor.\n\nAssists with production and distribution as needs arise, or instructed by manager.\n\nSecures all equipment, tools, and supplies at the end of each work day.\n\nHandles hazardous materials daily in a safe and approved manner following Airgas standard operating procedures.\n\nArrange for storage and disposal of hazardous waste (paint and paint dust).\n\nAirgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance.\n\nAll employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.\n\nRecruiter: Alessandra Manrique - \nPay : $26-28/hr. depending on experience\n________________________\nAre you a MATCH?\nTo perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.\nRequired Education:\nHigh School diploma or GED (preferred)\n\nRequired Length and Type of Experience:\nCylinder maintenance in industrial production settings is preferred.\n\nExperience using sandblasting equipment, hand tools and additional industrial equipment in a similar environment.\n\nExperience with inventory counting and tracking.\n\nAbility to operate a forklift and maintain forklift certifications. Additional hand truck equipment may be used.\n\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):\nNo certifications required but must be able to pass training based on 100% testing.\n\n________________________\nBenefits\nWe 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.\nAdditionally, 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.\nAssociates 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.\n_________________________\nYour DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE\nAt 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.\nWe 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.\n_________________________\nAbout Airgas\nAirgas, 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.\nAirgas 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.\nJoin 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.\n_________________________\nEqual Employment Opportunity Information\nWe 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.\nAirgas, 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.\nAirgas 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. 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