Cryogenic Pump Technician - Precision Repairs & Service

Nikkiso; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 63,726,000 - 83,928,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a Pump Technician to repair cryogenic pumps at our Irvine service center. You will perform disassembly, analysis, troubleshooting, and rebuilding to ensure on-time, high-quality repairs that meet customer requirements.

Role requires 2–5 years in a shop environment, ability to read drawings, precision measurements, and adherence to safety standards. Lifting up to 50–100 pounds and extended hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of experience in shop environment.
• Installation, maintenance, repair of mechanical and electrical systems experience preferred.
• Machining experience preferred.
• Welder certifications preferred.
• Cryogenic experience preferred.
• Drivers’ license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and work from drawings
• Disassemble, analyze, and rebuild cryogenic pumps, accessories, and motors to optimize performance
• Operate drill press, hydraulic press, bench grinder, pipe threading machine, pipe bender, cutting torch, band saw, and other shop equipment
• Analyze condition of parts for causes of damage by operation in the field in order to communicate with customers and improve reliability
• Perform assembly of cryogenic pump components
• Fit, align, and adjust all components, including bearings and seals, and units to close tolerances and
• Document all clearances on assembly clearance data sheet for review and approval of engineering
• Check work to ensure conformance to specifications, instructions, and customer requirements on all drawings and work instructions per standard operating procedures
• Perform troubleshooting as needed
• Rework parts when necessary
• Contribute input to failure analysis when requested
• Maintain tools, equipment. and work area in accordance with 5S principles
• Follow all quality, engineering, sales, and safety procedures
• Maintain consistent and regular attendance to meet production schedules.
• Provide technical guidance to customers
• Communicate with customers regarding service evaluations and coordination of service‑related issues
• Meet customer and company production schedules at a rate of 80% on time or better
• Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA standards and regulations and
• Comply with company safety policies and procedures
• Promote Customer Focus throughout the company
• Support QMS requirements in areas of responsibility for conformance with international requirements and state and federal regulations
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Read prints and schematics

Analytical skills

Laser alignment

Precision measurement

AC/DC circuitry

Materials knowledge

System components

Microsoft Office

Data entry devices

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-5 years shop environment experience

Drivers’ license preferred

Tools

Machining

Job description

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a Pump Technician to repair cryogenic pumps at our Irvine service center. You will perform disassembly, analysis, troubleshooting, and rebuilding to ensure on-time, high-quality repairs that meet customer requirements.

Role requires 2–5 years in a shop environment, ability to read drawings, precision measurements, and adherence to safety standards. Lifting up to 50–100 pounds and extended hours may be required.