What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production and Instrumentation Technician position at Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.?
Position Overview:
The Production and Instrumentation Technician (Electrical-Mechanical) supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Linde's cryogenic air separation facilities. This role combines plant operations with handson mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation work to ensure equipment performance, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. The technician performs routine inspections, troubleshoots systems, updates technical documentation, and collaborates with plant personnel and contractors to maintain continuous, highquality production in a safetyfocused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Plant Operations:
- Operate, monitor, and optimize cryogenic air separation equipment to ensure safe and efficient production.
- Analyze process data and adjust operating conditions to maintain product quality and plant efficiency.
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual process checks and compliance inspections.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions as required.
Instrumentation & Controls:
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, one-line drawings, and process flow diagrams.
- Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain transmitters, analyzers, PLCs, meters, and control valves.
- Perform light electrical/instrumentation repairs on transmitters, UPS units, and control system components.
- Update P&IDs and electrical drawings in accordance with SOPs, QA standards, and MOC requirements.
Mechanical Maintenance:
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on compressors, pumps, motors, fans, and burner systems.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and performance evaluations.
- Safely troubleshoot mechanical and rotating equipment to minimize downtime and maximize reliability.
Electrical Maintenance:
- Troubleshoot and maintain lowvoltage (<600V) electrical systems, including motors, breakers, and transformers.
Safety & Compliance:
- Perform equipment isolations and apply lockout/tagout procedures following plant policies.
- Issue and manage permits-to-work (PTW) for maintenance and contractor activities.
- Maintain a strong culture of safety, hazard recognition, and risk mitigation.
Logistics & Support:
- Support Fillzone operations and assist drivers when needed.
- Drive company vehicles for pipeline locates, field inspections, and materials pickup.
- Operate forklifts, man-lifts, and other mobile equipment.
- Communicate effectively with team members, contractors, and cross-functional departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience in industrial plant operations or production environments.
- 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude; proficiency with hand and power tools.
- Experience with basic instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting.
- Ability to use digital multimeters and basic electrical testing tools.
- Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Process Technology, Instrumentation, Mechanical, or related technical field.
- Experience in air separation, chemical processing, or similar industrial environments.
- Skilled with digital/pneumatic calibration tools (Fluke calibrators, Hart communicators, etc.).
- Knowledge of 4-20mA loops, DC voltage/current, RTD and thermocouple systems.
- Experience with mediumvoltage (>600V) electrical systems.
- Advanced troubleshooting of control systems and process automation.
- Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other precision tools.
- Experience using CMMS systems for work orders and recordkeeping.
- Experience coordinating contractors and maintenance activities.
About Linde:
Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.
Culture:
At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.
For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.
Salary:
Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $67,444 - $98,918.
Benefits:
Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
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Salary : $67,444 - $98,918