Cylinder Maintenance Tech I — Hands-On Gas Equipment

Linde Gas & Equipment; Alpha (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. in Alpha, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform visual and physical inspections on cylinders, conduct valve work, and operate testers. You will also maintain certifications and handle cylinders with a forklift, contributing to a safe, efficient plant environment.

Responsibilities include diagnosing leaks, painting, and routine maintenance to ensure quality and compliance. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift 40–70 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in gas industry or cylinder maintenance preferred.
• Ability to lift 40–70 lbs as needed.
• Mechanical inclination and 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 of cylinders.
• Receive incoming cylinders, valves, and maintenance supplies; diagnose and repair neck leaks and safety-related leaks.
• Inspect and identify defective cylinders, scrapping when appropriate.
• Perform painting, housekeeping, and light plant maintenance for a safe work environment.

Skills

Visual inspection

Cylinder maintenance

Valve repair

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hydrostatic testers

Ultrasonic cylinder testers

Job description

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. in Alpha, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform visual and physical inspections on cylinders, conduct valve work, and operate testers. You will also maintain certifications and handle cylinders with a forklift, contributing to a safe, efficient plant environment.

Responsibilities include diagnosing leaks, painting, and routine maintenance to ensure quality and compliance. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift 40–70 lbs.