Job Description-Matheson San Antonio ASU: Maintenance Technician
This position is based out of the San Antonio ASU, with possible travel required. Maintenance Technicians perform Preventative and Corrective Maintenance as well as start-up and shut-down activities. Interface and troubleshoot electronic, pneumatic and/or mechanical systems to control the air separation unit to meet the expectations of our pipeline and merchant customers. Maximize efficiencies, minimize down time and ensure integrity of stored and shipped products. Accept responsibility to be proactive and innovative in solutions to ensure an efficient operation and safe work environment. Maintenance Technicians work rotating shift work as required by the plant manager. See below for Qualifications and Responsibilities.

Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE -
Able to work a flexible schedule to include: nights, weekends, holidays, extended-stays, and operations as needed
Ability to understand and a willingness to work within all Matheson guidelines and requirements
Able to operate and troubleshoot equipment in all types of weather conditions
Must have the ability to acquire acceptable competency in safe handling practices of cryogenic liquids (loading, transport, and unloading) and all required maintenance activities.

Responsibilities
This position reports to the Plant Manager
Manipulates air separation controls to meet product specifications and production requirements
Adjust plant control variables, monitor and manage process equipment parameters to meet production goals.
Obtain knowledge base of the theory of air separation and related equipment associated with the process; understand the plant's water chemistry to assure proper cooling tower operations and equipment functioning.
Develop skills to troubleshoot, evaluate process upsets and take corrective actions.
Develop ability to interpret Process & Instrument Drawings to understand process operations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system anomalies.
Participate in the maintenance/updating of work instructions to assure accurate and current start-up and operational procedures.
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate records.
Be safety conscious, i.e., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc.
Ability to prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet the requirements of FDA, DPA, OSHA, ISO Quality Systems and other internal and external requirements.
Participate in the maintenance and updating of plant and equipment work instructions.
Prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet internal and external requirements.
Prepare QA documents to certify product quality; transcribe/transfer data from process computer data bases and tables, etc. to prepare product loss and reports.
Good communication skills (inter departmental, team members, vendors, etc.
Responsible for reviewing and releasing medical grade product per FDA regulations.
Troubleshooting the causes of plant operational issues and alarms, either directly or in conjunction with the local team.
Assisting with starting / stopping the plants in a safe manner as dictated by operating conditions and business needs.
Optimizing plant performance by tracking performance data and implement the best operating plan for all plants.
Executing productivity ideas and Best Practices to keep plant costs down.
Interacting closely with all the supporting groups/personnel for performance optimization and troubleshooting.
Safe loading and unloading of cryogenic liquids (oxygen, nitrogen and argon.) - Practice safe loading techniques on a daily basis while operating Matheson Tri-Gas vehicles to prevent of work-related accidents and injuries
Comply with all company and customer safety policies and procedures as well as company employment policies and practices
Understand all company standard operating procedures, departmental work instructions, and local work instructions that affect the performance of their duties
Completion and submission of all required regulatory compliance and company documents in accordance with company policies and procedures
Responsible for accurate and timely communication to appropriate individuals and/or departments concerning matters involving customer service, scheduling delays, customer site discrepancies, equipment defects and other relevant issues to the operations in general
Communicate scheduling delays and/or unforeseen circumstances that could have an adverse impact on terminal operations
Maintain a professional appearance and consistently demonstrate professional standards when performing duties
Develop good working relationships with all Matheson Tri-Gas Customers and maintain these relationships on a consistent basis
Must report for duty in a readiness to work at assigned time
Perform other projects and duties as assigned
Maximize efficiencies, minimize down time and ensure integrity of stored and shipped products
Be safety conscious, i.e., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc
Good communication skills (inter departmental, team members, vendors, etc. - Responsible for reviewing and releasing medical grade product per FDA regulations
Support local operations team as needed

Benefits
Full benefits!
Health, dental, vision insurance and more
Paid holidays & floating holidays, vacation time, sick days
401(k) program with company match
COMPANY PAID life insurance and short-term disability insurance