Lead Field Service Technician

Linde; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Employee discount program

Job summary

Linde is looking for a Lead Field Service Technician to oversee reliable operation of nitrogen producing plants in Alabama. Responsibilities include training new technicians, solving field issues, and ensuring safety and compliance at various sites.

The ideal candidate possesses strong practical skills, expertise in maintenance of industrial equipment, and excellent communication abilities. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, a 401(k) matching plan, and opportunities for educational growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; post-secondary technical education or relevant experience preferred.
• Strong practical skills and knowledge of production processes and maintenance.
• Expertise in instrumentation, control, mechanical, and electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide operation of nitrogen producing plants.
• Assist with training and development of new technicians.
• Solve field site issues with minimal supervision.

Skills

Practical skills in production processes and maintenance

Knowledge of instrumentation and control

Strong safety awareness

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Physical ability for manual tasks

Flexibility in working hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary technical education

Tools

Process control systems

Gas analyzers

Job description

Linde Inc. — Lead Field Service Technician (Alabama, AL, United States)

Position: Lead Field Service Technician. Location: Alabama, AL, United States. Req ID: req29885.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide safe, reliable, and efficient operation of nitrogen producing plants at customer sites.
• Assist with and direct training and development of new technicians.
• Operate air separation plants and solve field site issues with minimal supervision.
• Interact with customers across various production plant types, offering guidance, support, and clear communication.
• Maintain safety, quality, and compliance activities at each plant location.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibrations on compressors, gas analyzers, and control systems.
• Manage time effectively to complete operations, maintenance tasks, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
• Coordinate contractors and resources to support plant activities, audits, and administrative requirements, driving efficiency through strategic planning and project management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary technical education or relevant work experience preferred.
• Strong practical skills and knowledge of production processes, plant equipment, and emergency procedures.
• Expertise in instrumentation, control, mechanical, and electrical maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Strong safety awareness; strictly follow procedures during troubleshooting, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair.
• Excellent communication skills in verbal and written form; able to understand process control schematics.
• Proficiency in computers, Microsoft applications, and process control systems; strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Physical ability to meet requirements including 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 reliable presence during critical periods.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, disability, and life insurance; paid holidays and vacation; 401(k) matching, pension benefits, employee discount program.
• Opportunities for educational and professional growth.

Eligibility for Employment

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 describe the general nature and level of work. Additional duties may be assigned by the manager.