Req No. 4211BR
Job Title I&E TECHNICIAN
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Hourly
Country United States
Location US-KY-Ashland
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, is seeking an experienced I&E Technician for its Ashland, KY facility.

Qualifications:
• 3-5 Years of Instrumentation and Electrical Technician background preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and be capable of interacting with a diverse team of people with various backgrounds and interests.
• Willing to carry a pager/cell phone and respond to call-outs during off-hours (nights and weekends) including supporting operation plant startups and vacation coverage.
• A good working knowledge and have good troubleshooting skills on electrical circuits and motors up to and including 480 volts.
• A good working knowledge of control loops and instrumentation and have good troubleshooting skills in this area.
– Capable of using common tools and equipment such as calibration devices and multi-meters.
– Capable of troubleshooting and calibrating common pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
– Capable of troubleshooting and repairing common pneumatic control valves with solenoids, positioners, and position feedback devices.
– Capable and willing to troubleshoot and repair process gas analyzers.
– Capable and willing to troubleshoot and repair water treatment analyzers (pH, conductivity and ORP).
• Run conduit and pull wire if necessary.
• Troubleshoot circuits through various control systems such as Siemens and Bailey.
• Able to read technical manuals and maintenance manuals as needed to respond to equipment and instrument failures.
• To maintain the onsite Preventative Maintenance programs including daily and weekly maintenance tasks throughout the facility.
• Capable of learning how to retrieve parts and supplies and follow a work process to order replacement parts and supplies using SAP.
• Maintain personal protective equipment and safety equipment and work in a safe manner.
• Should be prepared to maintain maintenance records in accordance with plant quality, safety and other regulatory procedures.
• Participate in routine safety meetings and maintenance planning and scheduling meetings as required.
• Good record-keeping skills to maintain maintenance filing systems.
• Basic PC proficiency and software knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. SAP experience is a plus.
• Able to expand upon basic computer knowledge as needed to adapt to various maintenance work processes.
• Must be well organized and maintain flexibility to re-adjust to changing priorities, and able to manage multiple projects and be a self-starter.
• Able to safely operate a forklift and man-lift.
• Travel required to other Air Products facilities within the Ashland area or responsibility to support maintenance activities during plant and equipment outages.
• Travel of 10-30% required

Air Products offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays/vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, and 401K plans.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2009, Air Products had revenues of $8.3 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center - and apply to Req #4211BR.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) where Diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None