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SENIOR MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

AirProducts  - Allentown, PA
Friday, January 20, 2012

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a SENIOR MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN to be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The primary responsibility of the Senior Mechanical Technician is to fabricate equipment/systems/apparatus involving mechanical, machine tool, and sheet metal technologies.

The incumbent must maintain a high level of technical expertise in the design, fabrication, and installation of mechanical equipment/systems/apparatus. The incumbent must have the ability to communicate complete ideas/concepts from verbal or formally documented drawings/specifications into complete equipment/systems/apparatus.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Past experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable: 1) Read and interpret technical documentation, especially P&ID’s and experience with high pressure tubing, process piping and small bore (<3/4”) tube bending 2) Estimating: project labor, materials, and schedule 3) Basic sheet metal, carpentry, and Plexiglas fabrication experience 4) Proficiency with general shop equipment including: table saw, drill press, lathe, sheet metal brakes, shears, and rolls 6) General troubleshooting and repair/rebuilding of booster and vacuum pumps, and similar rotating equipment

The incumbent is expected to perform task/project work at a high level of independence. Travel may be involved ranging from day trips or up to a few weeks in length and requires independent decision-making abilities.

REQUIREMENT:
Associate degree desirable in at least one of the required skills/trades along with either 5 to 10 years work experience; or 2 years Air Products experience in related technology.

Experience with process systems/applications and related equipment, Communication (written & verbal) and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

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 2011, Air Products had revenues of $10.1 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. You can apply specifically to Job Req #8908. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

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.

Allentown, PA

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