Electro‑Mechanical Technician, Compressed Air Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Electro‑Mechanical Technician, Compressed Air Systems

Location: Frederick, MD to Westminster, MD

Join a Team That Solves the Toughest Problems

Bring your mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills to Ingersoll Rand’s Industrial Technologies and Services Division. We support 80+ brands with solutions that perform where it’s most complex and harsh. Here, you’ll own your impact—supporting customers, elevating reliability, and keeping critical operations running.

Your Impact

• Install, commission, and service rotary screw, reciprocating, and Centac/ECC air compressors and related components (dryers, filtration, cooling towers).
• Use precision tools and diagnostic techniques to uncover root causes and implement fixes.
• Educate customers and internal teams (sales, service trainees) on proper operation and maintenance.
• Maintain expert knowledge of installation/repair practices; leverage operations and parts manuals.
• Produce clear, detailed service documentation suitable for billing and factory reporting.
• Operate with integrity while managing expenses, timecards, and company assets (including credit cards and, if assigned, a company vehicle).

What You Bring Minimum Requirements

• 2+ years troubleshooting industrial or commercial mechanical systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 12 months with a clean record—no major or frequent violations (e.g., DUI within 5 years, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving, or multiple recent infractions/preventable collisions within 3 years).
• Ability to work in equipment rooms with noise, extreme weather exposure, precarious locations, and high‑voltage risks in accordance with NFPA or equivalent standards.
• Capability for hands‑on work: frequent use of hands/fingers; walking, stooping, kneeling; and lifting/moving within safety policy limits.

Core Skills

• Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency; comfortable with smartphones/tablets and networked tools.
• Customer‑focused communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for compressor systems and industrial machinery.

Preferred Background

• EPA 608 and/or F‑GAS 303/2008/CE/ISHRAE certifications (refrigeration experience valued).
• Background in compressed air systems, centrifugal technologies, and controls; startup experience on rotary and centrifugal compressors.
• Knowledge of dryers, cooling towers, and filtration systems.
• Education in Electrical/Electronic Technology or HVAC, including AC/DC circuits, schematics, motors/controls, PLCs, HVAC electricity/controls, and refrigeration systems; refrigerant certification.
• Military or equivalent mechanical experience; candidates without formal schooling but with relevant skills are encouraged to apply.

Work Rhythm

• Training travel 1–2 times annually for one week each (approximately 5–10%).
• Participate in an on‑call rotation with local technicians for evening/weekend emergencies.

Technical Environment

• Voltage: 120/208/240/480 systems.
• Controls and drives: PLC and VFD.
• Disciplines: mechanical/electrical/pneumatics troubleshooting; electrical repair; maintenance and repair practices.
• Regulatory: EPA‑related compliance.

Compensation & Benefits

Own your well‑being with benefits that include medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k), paid time off, and an employee stock grant—plus more designed to help you thrive at work and at home.

Who We Are

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE: IR) is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. We deliver technology‑driven excellence across 40+ brands for mission‑critical flow creation and industrial solutions in the harshest conditions. Our teams create customers for life through expertise, productivity, and efficiency. Explore more at

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.