Field Service Technician

Linde; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Pension benefits

Employee discount program

Job summary

Linde Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician in South Portland, ME. You will ensure safe and efficient operation of nitrogen plants, perform maintenance, and interact with customers.
The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, up to 5 years of experience in operations, and strong safety awareness. We offer a competitive salary of $70,000-$90,000 and an excellent benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of operations experience in air separation or similar process control environments.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of nitrogen producing plants.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibrations on industrial equipment.
• Interact with customers and provide support.

Skills

Instrumentation

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Safety awareness

Process control schematics understanding

Time and organizational management

Physical capability for confined space entry

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in a technical field

Job description

Field Service Technician

South Portland, ME, United States | req29583

Company: Linde Inc.

What you will enjoy doing

• Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of nitrogen producing plants at customer sites.
• Solve field site issues and operate air separation plants with minimal supervision.
• Interact with customers across various production plant types, providing guidance, support, and clear communication.
• Maintain safety, quality, and compliance activities to uphold high standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibrations on compressors, gas analyzers, and control systems.
• Manage time effectively to complete operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and diagnosing plant problems.
• Coordinate contractors and resources to support plant activities, audits, and administrative requirements.
• Drive efficiency through strategic planning and project management, ensuring smooth plant operations.

What Makes You Great

• High school diploma with an associate degree in a technical field preferred, supported by 2–5 years of operations experience in air separation or similar process control environments.
• Expertise in instrumentation, control, and general maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical maintenance, including compressors; military engineering experience considered an asset.
• Strong safety awareness and strict adherence to procedures while troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing equipment.
• Understanding of process control schematics and ability to communicate technical information clearly in verbal and written forms.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft applications and process control systems, combined with strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Physical capability for confined space entry, climbing, lifting up to fifty pounds, and working at heights.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and call‑in coverage, ensuring a reliable and safety‑focused presence during critical operations.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and quality control analyzers; thrives in dynamic conditions involving service truck driving, office tasks, and physical activity.

What we offer you

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.

Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $70,000–$90,000.

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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.