CES Construction Technician

United States Careers; Charlotte (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Careers is seeking a field installation technician to manage on-site installation and maintenance of Messer cryogenic and related gas systems. You will coordinate with vendors, crews, and customers to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient installations.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, routing with Messer standards, and approximately 50% travel to project sites. A high school diploma and 5+ years of cryogenic experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of cryogenic installation and maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain bulk cryogenic and non-cryogenic systems (Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, CO2, Hydrogen, Helium) in the assigned area.
• Perform piping, brazing, welding, valve and regulator installation and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Serve as the customer-facing technical resource during start-up or upgrades of installations.

Job description

Purpose of Position:

Responsible for the on-pad project management and installation of Messer CES product supply equipment. This includes the management of Messer resources and third-party contract resources through the safe and quality installation of the Customer Stations Equipment. Along with Project Manager, delivers projects both on-time and on-budget, with an emphasis on driving efficiency in the process.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the installation and maintenance of bulk cryogenic and non-cryogenic systems to include Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, CO2, Hydrogen, and Helium systems in the assigned coverage area.


• Primary mechanical skills include piping/plumbing work on cryogenic systems, brazing, welding, troubleshooting and installation of valves and regulators, and basic electrical troubleshooting.


• Be the face of Messer with our customers, providing key customer technical support during the start of a new Bulk installation contract or an upgrade at site


• Act as a technical resource accompanying the sales organization on customer calls


• Responsible for managing Messer resources and Third-Party Contractor resources during the installation on site


• Responsible for holding daily Toolbox Talks and executing all Messer safety requirements during installs


• Works with CES Project Managers to ensure all appropriate equipment is ordered so that installations can proceed safely and efficiently, meeting appropriate regional Code requirements


• Assures proper on-site labor resources are organized and available for the installation


• Works with CES Regional Maintenance and Service Managers to ensure site layout and installation meets Maintenance and Delivery needs while adhering to North America best practices


• Works to implement solutions as directed by Messer standards and qualified engineer resources


• Assists Project Managers to provide site integration quotes for customers


• Tracks time and materials on projects and enters into appropriate Messer systems


• Manages scope of work on-site and escalates scope changes as appropriate


• Provides project management and coordination for customers as needed


• Responsible for operational readiness inspection and handoff of site to local maintenance technician and customer


• Assists local Maintenance Technician with Readiness Training, including system operations and maintenance


• Follow Messer safety policies, procedures, and goals


• Manage personal store room of inventory, approximately $100K-$200K in rotating parts


• Ensure compliance with Messer Contractor Management Policies and Procedures


• Complete Virtual and In-Person Training as assigned


• Performs work as needed to implement technical solutions, including installations, equipment troubleshooting and equipment maintenance


• Target of approximately 50% travel to complete installations as needed


• Assists CES Assets Manager with equipment readiness inspections at Vendor locations as requested


• Based on special skills and training, may also maintain local sites as installation schedule allows or as required to best service Customer needs

Basic Qualifications:

• High school degree


• Minimum 5 years of cryogenic installation and maintenance (or comparable) experience required


• Valid driver’s license with good driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-year technical degree or comparable experience preferred

The salary range for this position is $32.00 - $45.00.

About Messer:

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.