Tank Inspection Technician

WESTAIR GASES AND EQUIPMENT, INC.; National City (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company cellphone & laptop

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA/FSA benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

WestAir Gases and Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair cryogenic supply systems at customer sites across the region. You will troubleshoot bulk and microbulk systems, install telemetry, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, safety focus, and the ability to work independently in the field with occasional travel. A company vehicle is provided along with standard benefits and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate degree preferred.
• Experience with cryogenic systems, industrial gases, or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair bulk and microbulk cryogenic systems at customer sites.
• Install and test telemetry and monitoring equipment for safe operation.
• Identify and repair leaks; service regulators, valves, and piping components.
• Operate forklifts/scissor lifts and maintain safety compliance.
• Complete service records and communicate findings with customers and teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Reading technical manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

Aerial-lift certification

Job description

Description

About Us

Family-owned and operated since 1970, we are an industry-leading gas distributor founded on unparalleled customer service. Our industrial, medical, food, and specialty gas products support a variety of industries that work daily to improve the world we live in, and our ongoing commitment to serve spans the southwestern United States with locations across California and Arizona. Discover the most interesting industry you’ve never heard of!

Position Overview

The Technician is responsible for safely inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing bulk and microbulk liquid and gaseous cryogenic supply systems at customer locations. This position ensures systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and company procedures.

The Technician works independently in the field and communicates professionally with customers, project managers, sales representatives, contractors, engineers, inspectors, and other internal and external partners.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform annual, periodic, and preventive maintenance inspections of bulk and microbulk systems to verify safe operation and compliance with applicable codes, regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company standards.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair cryogenic liquid and gaseous supply systems and associated components.
• Install, repair, test, and troubleshoot system telemetry and monitoring equipment.
• Identify and repair system leaks using approved testing methods and safety procedures.
• Repair or replace pressure regulators, pressure-relief devices, valves, gauges, fittings, piping components, and other system equipment.
• Perform tube bending, fitting installation, and minor piping repairs in accordance with applicable specifications and procedures.
• Complete tank cleaning, washing, refurbishment, surface preparation, and painting.
• Install and maintain the required decals, labels, and warning signs that identify hazards, ownership, operating settings, and emergency contact information.
• Conduct operational and safety checks following repairs to confirm system integrity and proper performance.
• Accurately complete inspection reports, service records, work orders, parts documentation, and other required records.
• Communicate service findings, safety concerns, repair recommendations, and work status promptly and professionally.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of tools, replacement parts, and supplies needed to support the assigned customer base.
• Keep company vehicles, tools, and equipment clean, organized, secure, and in safe operating condition.
• Follow all company safety policies, customer-site requirements, and applicable regulatory standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other equipment required to perform assigned work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school, trade certification, or associate degree preferred.
• Previous experience with cryogenic systems, industrial gases, pressure systems, mechanical maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of bulk and microbulk systems, cryogenic equipment, pressure-regulating equipment, valves, piping, and related components preferred.
• Knowledge of tube bending, pipe assembly, fittings, leak detection, and basic mechanical repair.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, equipment specifications, schematics, and safety procedures.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage time effectively, and make sound decisions while working independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to complete electronic work orders and service documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required equipment certifications, including forklift and aerial-lift certifications.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described here to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel

Daily travel to customer locations within the assigned service area is required. A company vehicle is provided for business use.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Work schedules may vary based on operational and customer needs. Overtime and after-hours work may be required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Company-provided vehicle
• Company-provided cellphone and laptop
• Comprehensive benefits package:
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Voluntary accident coverage, hospitalization plans, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP’s), Wellness platform access
• 401(k) + company match
• 7 company-paid holidays
• 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
• Healthy work/life balance and a collaborative and inclusive company culture

The compensation range reflects WestAir’s good-faith estimate for the base compensation expected at the time of posting. Compensation offered will be determined by the job-related factors, including skills, experience, qualifications, education, and geographic location.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.