Maintenance - Cylinder

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC is seeking a Cylinder Maintenance Technician to ensure safe and compliant preparation, surface work, and repainting of gas cylinders in Brush Prairie, WA. You will handle valving prep, surface cleaning, and finishing, ensuring color coding and regulatory standards are met.

The role requires forklift operation, sandblasting exposure, and adherence to Airgas safety protocols. Join a fast-paced production environment focused on quality and inventory integrity.

Qualifications

• Experience with cylinder maintenance in industrial production settings preferred.
• Experience using sandblasting equipment and hand tools in similar environments.
• Ability to operate a forklift and maintain forklift certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cylinders for valving and repainting, following safety and quality protocols.
• Perform surface preparation, paint removal, and repainting with correct color coding.
• Visually inspect cylinders before and after repair for damage or leaks.
• Operate buffing equipment and perform preventative maintenance on VGLs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Industrial equipment experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Sandblasting equipment

Inventory counting tools

Job description

Maintenance - Cylinder (Open)

Location: Brush Prairie, WA - Filling industrial

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

The A-Technician, Cylinder Maintenance role is a critical function within our production facility, focused on ensuring the safety, compliance, and aesthetic standards of all gas cylinders in accordance with stringent Airgas procedures. This position is integral to the overall lifecycle management of our cylinder inventory. Working within a fast-paced, high-volume production environment, the Cylinder Maintenance Technician is responsible for a comprehensive set of tasks that prepare cylinders for re-entry into service.

Primary Duties

• The primary duties include preparation for valving, surface preparation and paint removal and repainting and finishing: Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Preparation for Valving: Accurately preparing cylinder necks and fittings to ensure a proper and secure seal for new or reconditioned valves, adhering strictly to safety and quality protocols.
• Surface Preparation and Paint Removal: Executing the necessary processes for complete and effective removal of old paint, rust, and surface contaminants. This may involve blasting, chemical stripping, or other approved mechanical methods to create a clean, uniform substrate for repainting.
• Repainting and Finishing: Applying new coats of paint, ensuring proper thickness, adhesion, and uniformity. This step must meticulously follow the approved Airgas color coding and formatting specifications to guarantee immediate and accurate identification of the cylinder contents as per industry and regulatory standards.
• Visually examine all Vertical Gas Liquid cylinders (VGL’s) pre and post repair for any damage or leaks.
• Operates cylinder buffing equipment as required.
• Performs preventative maintenance on VGL’s by testing for the functionality of the components.
• Performs vacuum functionality and repairs valves, pressure builders, and gages.
• Documents all maintenance performed each shift using the appropriate tracking log.
• Staging, banding, and shipping all VGL’s that require a new vacuum.
• Maintains inventory of supplies needed to assure continued production with VGL’s.
• Identifies and condemns all cylinders that do not meet Airgas standards.
• Communicates any immediate concerns with the supervisor.
• Assists with production and distribution as needs arise, or instructed by manager.
• Secures all equipment, tools, and supplies at the end of each work day.
• Handles hazardous materials daily in a safe and approved manner following Airgas standard operating procedures.
• Arrange for storage and disposal of hazardous waste (paint and paint dust).

Airgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.

Requirements

• Required Education: High School diploma or GED (preferred)
• Required Length and Type of Experience: Cylinder maintenance in industrial production settings is preferred. Experience using sandblasting equipment, hand tools and additional industrial equipment in a similar environment. Experience with inventory counting and tracking. Ability to operate a forklift and maintain forklift certifications. Additional hand truck equipment may be used.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s): No certifications required but must be able to pass training based on 100% testing.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
• Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children. Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

Pay: $26-28/hr. depending on experience