Automation Technician

Airgas

. Perform service work on plasma, oxy/fuel cutting systems, and robots .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeTucson • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advanced automation service, mechanical repair, and troubleshooting of cutting systems and robotics. Proficient in welding processes and capable of interpreting electrical schematics while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Automation Service ExperienceMechanical Repair ExperienceWelding Processes KnowledgeElectrical Schematics InterpretationMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingPreventative MaintenanceComponent RepairCalibrationMathematical Analysis

Soft Skills

Customer Relationship BuildingProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Plasma Cutting SystemsOxy/Fuel Cutting SystemsRobotics SoftwareAutomation Motion Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

Airgas Automation Technician Apprenticeship

Industry Keywords

WeldingCuttingFabricationHealth and Safety GuidelinesPersonal Protective Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform service work on plasma, oxy/fuel cutting systems, and robots
Install, conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshoot onsite, and service equipment
Repair components and perform component upgrades
Collaborate to troubleshoot cutting systems, components, and robots
Service components at customer sites involving mechanical and electrical issues
Discuss and address technical issues, provide training, and solve complex challenges involving welding processes, automation motion devices, cutting systems, robotics software, and controllers
Test, calibrate, and run machines according to manufacturer specifications
Complete service documentation accurately and on time
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at Airgas and customer facilities
Attend two weeks of company-paid training per year
Build customer relationships and deliver shared success
Maintain accurate and timely expense reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of three years of advanced automation service experience, or two years of mechanical repair experience and completion of the Airgas Automation Technician Apprenticeship program
Established track record or completion of the Airgas Apprenticeship program may possibly supersede educational requirements
Broad knowledge of welding, cutting, and fabrication processes, including manual, semi-automated, and automated welding processes
Ability to read, write, and interpret electrical schematics
Knowledge of welding and power equipment from many different suppliers
High School Diploma with Associate Degree Industrial Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Technical School preferred
Ability to apply mathematical formulas to quantify process costs for analysis and comparisons
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to work safely and follow health and safety guidelines, including use of personal protective equipment
Ability to work flexibly with interrupted schedules, canceled appointments, and unfulfilled promises

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Up to 14-week paid childbirth benefits
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
Paid holidays
Vacation and sick time
Benefits beginning after 30 days of employment
Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
Parental leave
Floating holidays
Jury duty leave
Funeral/bereavement leave
Two weeks of company-paid training per year