CO Maintenance/QA Technician

Job Summary:

The CO Maintenance/QA Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Linde's CO depot located in Lebanon Junction, KY. This role includes performing daily operations, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, calibrations, and repairs while maintaining strict ISO, QA, and OSHA compliance. Technicians work independently with minimal supervision and have primary responsibility for the performance and maintenance of their assigned facility.

Facility Overview:

The CO Depot includes multiple liquid CO storage tanks, a fill zone, and a QA/Analyzer building within the distillery, and an off site office with a driver room, storage, and truck parking. The depot operates 24/7 with remote monitoring during off hours. The on-site team includes 2 drivers and 1 technician, supported by a Distribution Superintendent and Facility Manager based in LaPorte, IN.

Scope of Work:

The Technician is responsible for all aspects of the CO depot, including: operating and maintaining fixed equipment; troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues; supporting distribution operations including driver training, product loading, troubleshooting fill issues, maintaining analyzers, ensuring QA and DOT compliance, and performing basic tractor and trailer maintenance; coordinating and overseeing contractor work; maintaining compliance through scheduled inspections; and occasional travel for training or plant support.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Maintain Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Compliance standards.

• Oversee trailer filling and QA testing processes while assisting drivers with troubleshooting issues.

• Ensure compliance with internal and DOT preventive maintenance and inspection standards and carry out light tractor and trailer maintenance activities

• Troubleshoot and maintain pumps, valves, motors, scales, and other related equipment.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and one line diagrams.

• Calibrate and repair instrumentation and analytical equipment.

• Procure materials and contractor services.

• Oversee any contractor work with proper scheduling and permitting.

• Complete regulatory inspections on schedule.

• Safely operate forklifts and man lifts.

• Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, drivers, management, logistics, product management, and LCO2 supplier.

• Use standard programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications - Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills

• Active Driver's License

• Ability to work on-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Up to 10% travel

Qualifications - Preferred:

• AAS degree or technical apprenticeship

• 5+ years industrial production or distribution experience

• CO production or filling experience

• Instrumentation and control experience

• Basic tractor/trailer maintenance capability

• Active CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement (Bonus)

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

Benefits:

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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