Respiratory Tech

We are seeking a motivated, safety-focused, and detail-oriented Respiratory Shop Technician to support site safety, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance through the inspection, maintenance, testing, distribution, and tracking of respiratory protection equipment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring respiratory equipment is reliable, compliant, and readily available for daily operations, planned work, and emergency response activities.
The successful candidate will maintain respiratory protection equipment, conduct inspections and functional testing, manage equipment inventory and records, coordinate equipment issuance and returns, and support respiratory program requirements across the site. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, equipment reliability, documentation accuracy, and customer service while supporting multiple site organizations.
In addition to primary Respiratory Shop responsibilities, the position will provide warehouse and inventory support as needed, including material handling, inventory transactions, equipment distribution, and material staging.
The ideal candidate will possess experience with respiratory protection equipment, equipment inspection and maintenance, inventory control, and computer-based tracking systems. This role combines hands-on technical work with administrative responsibilities and requires the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of safety and operational excellence.
Primary Responsibilities
Respiratory Shop Duties - Primary Focus
• Perform inspection, cleaning, care, maintenance, and testing of fresh air respiratory equipment.
• Conduct bump testing and functional checks of LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) gas detection meters.
• Inspect and maintain fresh air cylinders, bottles, and associated respiratory equipment.
• Maintain inspection records, equipment history, and required regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate respiratory equipment rental, issuance, return, and inventory management.
• Utilize Microsoft Access databases and other tracking systems to manage respiratory equipment rentals and inventory.
• Identify damaged, defective, expired, or out-of-service equipment and initiate corrective action.
• Support emergency response readiness by maintaining the availability and reliability of respiratory equipment.
• Provide responsive customer service to employees and site organizations requiring respiratory equipment.
• Support continuous improvement of respiratory equipment management, inspection, and tracking processes.

Preferred Qualifications
Respiratory Shop Experience - Strongly Preferred
• Experience with fresh air respiratory protection equipment and associated components.
• Experience inspecting, cleaning, testing, maintaining, and caring for respiratory equipment.
• Experience conducting bump tests or functional checks of gas detection equipment.
• Experience managing respiratory equipment inspection records and compliance documentation.
• Experience coordinating equipment issuance, returns, rentals, or inventory control.
• Familiarity with respiratory protection programs, industrial safety requirements, or emergency response support.
• Ability to learn and utilize Microsoft Access databases for equipment tracking.
Additional Warehouse Experience
• Prior warehouse, inventory control, logistics, or material handling experience.
• Forklift certification or demonstrated ability to obtain certification.
• Experience receiving, issuing, storing, staging, and transporting materials.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse transactions.
• Experience operating material handling equipment in an industrial environment.
Required Qualifications and Competencies
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Desire and ability to continuously learn and develop technical skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn and utilize SAP, mobility applications, Microsoft Access, and associated business processes.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse workforce across multiple site organizations.
• Strong reading comprehension and listening skills.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, dependability, and personal accountability.
• Commitment to safe work practices and operational excellence.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace change.
• Must possess a Valid Active TWIC

Safety Expectations
The candidate must:
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail when inspecting, testing, documenting, and issuing respiratory equipment.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate for the task being performed.
• Adhere to all company safety rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, and equipment concerns.
• Perform all work in a safe, responsible, and compliant manner.
• Promote a positive safety culture through active participation and accountability.

Physical Demands
The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Lifting and Material Handling
• Safely lift, carry, push, pull, and handle respiratory equipment, cylinders, tools, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a routine basis using proper ergonomic techniques.
• Lift items exceeding 50 pounds with team assistance or approved mechanical lifting devices.
• Follow established ergonomic practices, including proper lifting techniques and body positioning.
Posture and Mobility
• Stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, and work in various physical positions.
• Perform twisting and rotational movements while handling equipment and materials.
Manual Dexterity and Coordination
• Frequently grasp, handle, inspect, connect, and manipulate equipment components, tools, and small parts.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, testing devices, and job-specific equipment.
Equipment Operation
• Mount, dismount, and operate forklifts, material handling equipment, backhoes upon qualification, and other assigned equipment.
• Maintain balance and stability while operating equipment, navigating congested work areas, and walking on uneven surfaces.
Environmental Conditions
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Tolerate varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold temperatures, noise, and dusty environments.
• Work in areas where exposure to chemicals, fumes, and odors may occur, with appropriate PPE provided.
• Perform duties in active industrial environments and around moving equipment.
Sensory Requirements
• Possess adequate vision, depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and hearing necessary to safely inspect equipment and perform assigned tasks.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to alarms, equipment indicators, warning signals, and environmental hazards.

Preferred Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, dependable, and safety-minded professional who takes pride in maintaining respiratory protection equipment that supports site safety and emergency readiness. They demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, equipment stewardship, documentation accuracy, and customer service while ensuring respiratory equipment remains available, compliant, and reliable. The successful candidate works effectively in a team environment, embraces continuous improvement, takes ownership of assigned responsibilities, and provides warehouse and inventory support as needed to advance the site's safety and operational goals.

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.