Maintenance Specialist

US10 Air Products and Chemical; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Products is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to support operations and maintenance at its Global Headquarters in Allentown, PA. Reporting to the Lead Maintenance Supervisor, you will supervise contractor work, run preventive maintenance programs, and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable campus facilities.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and building systems, with CMMS usage and strong stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of four years of facilities maintenance experience.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities and contractors.
• Strong troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, building systems.
• Excellent communication with employees, contractors, and leadership.
• Ability to build relationships and support customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities for critical facility systems.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders and asset records.
• Monitor system performance and propose improvements.
• Coordinate with internal resources and contractors.
• Support site emergency response and safety programs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Reimagine What’s Possible Air Products

At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.

Air Products, a world-leading manufacturer of industrial gases, is seeking a highly motivated Maintenance Specialist to support the operation and maintenance of its Global Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Lead Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of campus facilities, including administrative offices, research and development laboratories, and supporting infrastructure. This position is responsible for coordinating maintenance activities, supervising contractor performance, running preventive maintenance programs, solving facility systems, and supporting facility improvement projects.

At Air Products we develop a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and extraordinary benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products)
• Supplemental AD&D Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Many more supplemental benefits available

Safety & Compliance

Safety & Compliance Champion Air Products' safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Safe Work Permits
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Confined Space Entry
• Contractor Safety Programs Lead by example in maintaining a safe work environment and hold contractors and employees accountable for safety performance.
• Participate in and support site emergency response activities, including spill response, medical emergencies, and building-related incidents.

Maintenance Operations

• Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities for critical facility systems, including HVAC systems
• Central chilled water plant
• Condensing hot water boilers
• Site water distribution systems
• Compressed air systems
• Electrical distribution systems
• Solar array infrastructure
• Fire alarm and fire protection systems
• Stormwater and wastewater management systems
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to run work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset records.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities using both internal resources and contracted service providers.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to increase reliability and efficiency.

Technical Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

• Fix and resolve issues involving mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Identify cost-effective solutions that improve equipment reliability and operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facility operations and maintenance practices.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise contractor activities and vendor services.
• Run service providers supporting HVAC, electrical, fire alarm, fire protection, and other facility systems.
• Ensure contractor compliance with safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with vendors and service providers.

Stakeholder Support & Customer Service

• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal customers, facility occupants, contractors, and union-represented employees.
• Respond promptly and expertly to facility-related concerns and business needs.
• Collaborate with key team members to ensure effective communication and timely resolution of issues.
• Evaluate changing campus requirements and prioritize resources to support business operations.

Project Support

• Support facility improvement projects, renovations, laboratory modifications, and space reconfigurations.
• Coordinate maintenance and project activities during and outside normal business hours when required.
• Assist in planning and implementing site improvements that enhance facility functionality and user experience.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of four (4) years of dynamically responsible experience in facilities maintenance, maintenance management, or facility operations.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities and running contractor services.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Ability to communicate successfully with employees, contractors, vendors, and leadership at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and successfully support customer and stakeholder needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience supporting corporate office campuses, research laboratories, or similar facilities.
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Experience working in a union environment and understanding collective bargaining agreements.
• Knowledge of facility operations, preventive maintenance programs, and contractor management standards.

Critical Competencies

• Safety-First Mindset
• Technical Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Customer Service Perfection
• Effective Communication
• Planning & Organizational Skills
• Contractor & Vendor Management
• Collaboration & Relationship Building
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Adaptability and Responsiveness to Changing Priorities
• Team Leadership and Influence

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at [e-mail].

General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e‑mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.

Employee and Applicant Rights Behind every success and innovation that has made a difference in the world, you will find a team of passionate people who helped make it possible. At Air Products, our talented people help each other and our customers thrive. To our colleagues, we are valued and respected teammates. To our customers, we are partners in creating value. To our communities, we are caring, involved neighbors and committed stewards of the environment.

Air Products is in every corner of the globe. Our team has over 21,000 people in over 50 countries, and we are one of the world's leading industrial gas companies. We can offer opportunities like no other―and as we grow, so can you.