Cylinder Maintenance Tech - 3rd Shift, Hands-On Gas Industry

Linde plc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde plc in Houston, TX is seeking personnel to inspect and maintain gas cylinders, ensuring safety and compliance through visual and physical checks and conversions before filling.

You will operate hydrostatic and ultrasonic testers, manage forklift moves, and maintain certifications for retesting. Strong work ethic and ability to lift 40–70 lbs are essential; 3rd shift with differential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Gas industry or cylinder maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to lift and handle 40–70 lbs.
• Mechanically inclined with a self-motivated work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and physical inspections on cylinders before filling to determine retesting or repairs.
• Conduct cylinder conversions including de-valving, valving, stripping and repairing valves.
• Operate hydrostatic and ultrasonic cylinder testers.
• Maintain required certifications to certify cylinders as retested.
• Operate a forklift to support material handling and movement of cylinders.
• Receive incoming cylinders, valves and maintenance supplies; diagnose and repair neck leaks and safety-related leaks.
• Inspect and identify defective cylinders and scrap as appropriate.
• Perform painting, housekeeping, and light maintenance to ensure a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical strength

Lifting 40-70 lbs

Visual inspections

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Cylinder testing equipment

Job description

Linde plc in Houston, TX is seeking personnel to inspect and maintain gas cylinders, ensuring safety and compliance through visual and physical checks and conversions before filling.

You will operate hydrostatic and ultrasonic testers, manage forklift moves, and maintain certifications for retesting. Strong work ethic and ability to lift 40–70 lbs are essential; 3rd shift with differential.