Pipefitter

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in industrial gases is looking for a dedicated Technologist III to join their Niagara Falls team. This role involves maintaining mechanical systems and equipment, with a focus on compressor maintenance and fabrication. Ideal candidates will demonstrate initiative, possess strong technical skills, and be committed to safety and compliance. This position offers opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative environment, ensuring that your contributions will make a meaningful impact. If you are a self-motivated technician looking to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in operations environment preferred, especially in gases or maintenance.
• 3+ years of equipment maintenance in chemical manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, quality, and compliance activities including site inspections.
• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on process equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical malfunctions.

Skills

Dependable

Collaborative

Safety Compliance

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and Repairs

Forklift Certification

Process Control Schematics

Microsoft Office

Effective Communication

Self-motivated Learner

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Degree

Welding Certification

Tools

Hand and Power Tools

Forklift

Job description

Description

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.

Technologist III

Location: Niagara Falls Service Center, NY

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a responsible worker to join our team!

The Technologist III/Mechanical Technician is responsible for the maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems, as well as some fabrication at the Niagara Falls Service Center, NY. This role requires technical skills in compressor maintenance and other rotating equipment, fabrication of manifolds, and small systems, with training provided. The technician must demonstrate initiative, be self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working with minimal supervision. Availability for after-hours calls and customer support outside of normal hours is required.

The technician operates all aspects of the Linde Acetylene and high-pressure plants, maintains equipment, and occasionally travels to support other locations or for training. This position reports to the Engineering Project Manager and is based in Niagara Falls, NY.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Maintain safety, quality, and compliance activities, including site inspections and maintenance.
2. Install, start-up, and decommission high-pressure and acetylene supply systems.
3. Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on process equipment.
4. Manage parts inventory and supplies.
5. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical malfunctions.
6. Oversee safety and process safety programs.
7. Develop and review standard operating procedures.
8. Utilize hand and power tools following safety practices.
9. Advise management on equipment life and research new equipment.
10. Ensure safe work practices during maintenance.
11. Coordinate material and equipment movement.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $27.00 - $35.00, depending on experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Dependable, collaborative, team-oriented.
• Committed to safety and compliance.
• Organized with good time management.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Experienced in maintenance and repairs.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Understanding of process control schematics.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated learner.

Working Conditions

Must be able to sit, stand, climb, walk, and perform physical activities such as lifting, bending, and working at heights. May require driving, office work, and on-call availability. Use of tools and equipment is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; technical degree preferred.
• Welding certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications required.
• Clean driving record in the last 2 years.
• 2+ years in operations environment preferred, especially in gases or maintenance.
• 3+ years of equipment maintenance in chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management elements and high-pressure piping systems is a plus.

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company committed to making the world more productive and sustainable. For more information, visit www.lindeus.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.