Field Service Technician II

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

 

SUMMARY:

Performing work involving the skills of three or more maintenance or craft occupations responsible for repairing low temperature, high-pressure cryogenic and industrial gas equipment at customers’ sites in adverse outdoor conditions. Individual will be part of a service team.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Based on mechanical/technical knowledge of industrial gas equipment, install, assemble, troubleshoot, fit, test, recondition and repair parts and components using precision tools and equipment
• As necessary, communicate with customers regarding progress of projects
• Complete and maintain detailed records of repairs and all work performed using computer system
• Individual must have a valid driver’s license, drive to customers with possible overnight hotel stays, sometimes requiring air travel

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS:

• Must have HS diploma/GED;
• Mathematics and PC skills required;
• Ability to read, interpret and work with complex parts and assembly drawings;
• Must be able to use precision measuring tools and equipment;
• Verbal and interpersonal skills required to interface with customers;
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be insured as a driver under the company’s driver insurance policy;
• Must be capable of completing tasks unassisted at customer locations;
• Frequent nationwide travel required via car and air; length of assignment will vary from 1 to 2+ weeks.

 

 

 

 

CRAFTS OR SKILLS TO QUALIFY FOR POSITION: (Requires Three to Qualify)

• 3 to 5 years of TIG welding experience or certified TIG pipe welder directly from school. Must be able to TIG weld a range of pipe from 1/4” to 6” stainless and carbon steel and pass a certification test;
• Must be able to braze a range of tubes from ¼” to 2” copper, brass and stainless and pass a certification test;
• 3 to 5 years of cryogenic/industrial gas experience;
• Knowledge of crane and rigging experience specific to cryogenic and industrial gas equipment;
• Proficiency related to hands-on experience testing and repairing electrical devices and installations, (needs to have industrial gas experience with this qualification);
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, address priorities, and direct coworkers;
• Proficiency related to vacuum work and mass spectrometer applications.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

 

Work performed is outdoors in varying and potentially adverse conditions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candid