Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Air Liquide is hiring for a Maintenance Technician in Pasadena, TX!

Join our dynamic team at Air Liquide as a Maintenance Technician! You are responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment through preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity and performance of our large-scale industrial gas production facilities.

Job Duties:

• Perform routine and complex maintenance tasks on a variety of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment, including pumps, compressors, valves, motors, control systems, and cryogenic units.
• Execute preventative maintenance (PM) schedules, inspections, and calibrations to support reliability and enhance equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, uncover root causes, and contribute to effective repair solutions.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to document work orders, track equipment history, and manage spare parts inventory.
• Committed to all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and hot work permits.
• Participate in on-call rotation and support the team during emergency breakdowns outside of regular working hours as required.
• Collaborate with operations personnel and engineers to foster plant processes and improve equipment reliability.
• Read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.
• Conduct equipment inspections, foster a safe environment by identifying potential hazards, and recommend necessary repairs or upgrades.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper care of tools and equipment

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degrees in industrial maintenance or vocational school certificates in HVAC, welding, or machining are preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience (13 years) in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or a similar role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in troubleshooting, repairing, and installing mechanical equipment.
• System Knowledge: Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Tool Proficiency: Ability to use hand and power tools, such as grinders and welding equipment.
• Technical Reading: Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Technical Proficiencies: Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is often required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform heavy lifting, climbing, and standing for long periods.

Common Certifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT).
• Relevant trade school certification or apprenticeship.

Key Competencies

• Problem-Solving: Diagnostic skills to identify and fix issues efficiently.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety standards.
• Communication: Ability to work well in teams and report to management.

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive 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 background. 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.