Production Technician

Job Overview:

Linde Gases US, a division of Linde, is currently seeking a Plant Technician. This position will be based out of a bulk gas production site located in Hillsboro, OR. This position reports to a Production Superintendent and will have direct responsibility for multiple nitrogen and oxygen production plants. The role will facilitate the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment to include but not limited to cryogenic liquid and gas storage vessels, vaporization systems, trailers, cylinders, gas purifiers, gas analyzers and sampling cabinets, filtration systems, pipelines, valves of all varieties, pumps, compressors and instrumentation/control systems. This position requires a combination of office work and field work. Employee must be able to access elevated electrical and mechanical equipment via ladders, scaffolding, and aerial work platforms. Must be willing to work rotating 12-hour shift schedule and adjust the schedule based on facility activities. Some holiday, afterhours, or on-call work may be required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed. Attention to detail is a must.

Primary Responsibilities:

Understand and adhere to company, customer and regulatory work policies and operating practices. Report safety incidents and near misses and stop unsafe activities immediately. Effectively commission, operate, maintain and troubleshoot gas and cryogenic liquid production systems, gas purification systems, gas analytical systems and gas storage, vaporization and delivery systems. Perform shutdowns, start-ups, and production slate changes for plants. Maintain, troubleshoot and rebuild industrial instruments including transmitters, process control systems, meters and automatic valves. Propose, prepare and execute projects to improve availability and reliability of equipment and systems or reduce cost of ownership and operation. Read and maintain P&IDs and schematic wiring diagrams in compliance with both company and customer SOP's, QA, and MOC policies. Troubleshoot electrical infrastructure and equipment (