Mechanical Technician

Axelon Services Corporation; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Axelon Services Corporation is seeking an experienced operator for a cryogenic Air Separation Unit in Fremont, CA. You will maintain plant production, monitor safety, and optimize operations to maximize efficiency.

This role requires hands-on maintenance, interpretation of technical drawings, and adherence to environmental and quality standards. The position is onsite, lasting 12 months with 40 hours per week and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of technical college or military technical experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years operating an Air Separation Plant or related industrial experience.
• Critical thinking to troubleshoot and diagnose plant equipment issues.
• Proficiency with hand tools and test equipment for mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs.
• Ability to work overtime, off shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a cryogenic Air Separation Unit (ASU) maintaining plant production and operating efficiency.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards are met.
• Monitor and maintain safe operations of the Air Separation Facility producing cryogenic products.
• Control flow purities and pressures using SCADA/HMI/PLC systems.
• Work with management to maximize production and efficiency.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Perform quality assurance functions and maintain accurate records.
• Identify potential problems and determine maintenance actions.
• Perform complex plant functions including DERIME and warm plant start-ups.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair process and system problems.
• Engage in safety and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with safety incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and quality assurance systems.

Skills

Critical thinking

Troubleshooting

Operations optimization

Safety awareness

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical college or military technical training

Tools

SCADA/HMI/PLC systems

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

• Operate a cryogenic Air Separation Unit (ASU) maintaining plant production and operating efficiency.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards are met.
• Monitor and maintain safe operations of the Air Separation Facility producing cryogenic products.
• Control flow purities and pressures using SCADA/HMI/PLC systems.
• Work with management to maximize production and efficiency.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Perform quality assurance functions and maintain accurate records.
• Identify potential problems and determine maintenance actions.
• Perform complex plant functions including DERIME and warm plant start-ups.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair process and system problems.
• Engage in safety and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with safety incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and quality assurance systems.

Summary

• Location: Fremont, CA
• Duration: 12 Months
• Work Mode: Onsite
• 40 hrs/week
• OT when needed

Responsibilities

• Operate a cryogenic Air Separation Unit (ASU) maintaining plant production and operating efficiency.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards are met.
• Monitor and maintain safe operations of the Air Separation Facility producing cryogenic products.
• Control flow purities and pressures using SCADA/HMI/PLC systems.
• Work with management to maximize production and efficiency.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Perform quality assurance functions and maintain accurate records.
• Identify potential problems and determine maintenance actions.
• Perform complex plant functions including DERIME and warm plant start-ups.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair process and system problems.
• Engage in safety and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with safety incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and quality assurance systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years technical college or military technical experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience operating an Air Separation Plant or related industrial experience.
• Critical thinking ability to troubleshoot and diagnose plant equipment issues.
• Proficiency with common hand tools and test equipment for mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs.
• Ability to work overtime, off shifts, alone, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Capability to share on-call responsibilities for uninterrupted plant operations.

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of water treatment principles and equipment.
• Basic understanding of refrigeration systems.
• Basic understanding of air separation and associated technologies.