Field Service Technician

Airgas

. Assist with installation, preventive maintenance, and repair of high-pressure cylinder piping systems, cryogenic tanks, dewar cylinders, vaporizers, and manifold equipment .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesJunior💰 $38 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of cryogenic and high-pressure gas systems, with a strong focus on safety standards and customer service. Proficient in troubleshooting and problem-solving within the context of mechanical systems and piping.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cryogenic System MaintenanceHigh-Pressure Piping InstallationBrazing CertificationDiagnostic Repair ExperienceCustomer Service Orientation

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Hard Skills

Cryogenic SystemsHigh-Pressure PipingBrazingProgrammable ControlsProcess InstrumentationHVAC SkillsWeldingP&ID InterpretationMathematical CalculationsForklift Operation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCustomer InteractionInitiativeFlexibilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Telemetry SystemsCompressorsPumpsShop ToolsMaterial-Handling Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Brazing CertificationValid Driver’s LicenseDOT Physical

Industry Keywords

NFPA StandardsCGA StandardsBulk Gas Delivery SystemsMechanical MachinerySafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with installation, preventive maintenance, and repair of high-pressure cylinder piping systems, cryogenic tanks, dewar cylinders, vaporizers, and manifold equipment
Install and troubleshoot telemetry systems
Obtain brazing certification
Commission, install, and maintain cryogenic and high-pressure gas systems at customer and Airgas sites
Perform site surveys at prospective customer locations
Inspect and repair piping systems according to NFPA standards and manufacturers’ procedures
Service and maintain compressors, pumps, shop tools, and equipment
Identify and communicate service problems to the manager
Maintain inventory of required parts and tools
Handle hazardous materials safely
Install piping, final-line regulator systems, alarms, manifolds, and valves
Secure documentation and approvals for completed work
Submit service orders, estimates, and invoices for customer billing
Maintain customer service standards and update technical knowledge
Attend safety meetings and use PPE full time
Perform facility and office housekeeping
Travel overnight, work occasional mandatory overtime, and be on call weekends and holidays
Perform other reasonable qualified work requests

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of diagnostic and/or repair experience in cryogenics, high pressure piping, brazing, programmable controls, and/or process instrumentation
Prior experience with bulk gas delivery systems, pumps, or mechanical machinery
HVAC or plumbing industry experience with hands-on welding/brazing skills is a plus
Valid driver’s license and clean DMV report; may require DOT physical
Ability to understand piping and tank details from manuals, mechanical drawings, and/or P&IDs
Ability to understand and apply CGA, NFPA, NEC, and other applicable standards
Ability to safely use electrical and manual hand tools
Strong math skills and ability to calculate figures and units of measure
Ability to prioritize integrated service activities
Customer-service orientation and professional interaction with internal and external customers
Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
Willingness to be away from home 3–5 days at a time for installations and certification schools
Initiative in problem-solving and troubleshooting
Ability to operate a forklift and scissor lift and maintain appropriate certifications
Ability to routinely lift 25–50 lbs and occasionally lift 51–80 lbs with material-handling equipment
Ability to work safely under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work with people of varied personalities and backgrounds
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Pre-employment and random drug testing and background screening
Valid U.S. employment authorization; must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future
Bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred with related experience or equivalent combination of both

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
14-week paid child birth benefit
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays
Vacation and sick time
Benefits starting after 30 days of employment
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
Parental leave
Floating holidays
Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
Global company and career development opportunities