Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

JOB-10045822

Anticipated Start Date

April 6, 2026

Location

Cambridge, MD

Type of Employment

Contract to Hire

Employer Info

A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, this company is looking at cleaner solutions and making changes to better our future. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody the company’s scientific territory and have been since its creation in 1902.

With safety as their priority, training will be provided for all employees to ensure the job is done properly. Most opportunities with this company can convert to full-time employment with room for advancement if it is the right fit.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting maintenance and engineering activities at a specialty gas production facility in Cambridge, MD. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by overseeing both planned and unplanned maintenance activities, supporting engineering projects, and collaborating closely with operations, production, and supply chain teams.

Job Description

• Comply with and actively support all company safety, health, environmental, and quality programs, policies, and procedures
• Oversee planned and unplanned maintenance activities at the Cambridge, MD facility
  
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager, Project Managers, and regional Operations leadership to develop, maintain, and execute maintenance plans and timelines
  
• Ensure on-time execution of preventive maintenance (PM) work orders
  
• Oversee and coordinate on-site contractors and vendors performing maintenance or project-related work
  
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management for sourcing contractor and vendor services
  
• Support and participate in engineering projects at the Cambridge facility, with potential assistance on additional projects as needed
  
• Accurately document and track maintenance activities using the Intelex system
  
• Ensure compliance with all IMS/QMS guidelines and maintenance-related requirements
  
• Recommend and implement continuous improvements to maintenance programs and practices
  
• Coordinate with plant personnel to minimize production impact during maintenance or project work
  
• Support the Production Team with manufacturing of HBCs and/or transfill orders as required
  
• Assist with production coverage during personnel absences due to vacation or illness
• Shift: 8am – 5pm

Skills Required

• 5+ years of industrial plant maintenance experience preferred
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in a production plant environment
  
• Proven experience maintaining and repairing pumps, vacuums, valves, piping, and compressors
  
• Cryogenic liquid pump experience preferred
  
• Proficient with a wide variety of maintenance tools and repair equipment
  
• PLC troubleshooting experience is a plus
  
• Computer proficiency, including Intelex, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google tools, and related systems
  
• Ability to understand and comply with quality systems and report quality deficiencies
  
• Ability to understand and follow all safety regulations while on company or customer property
  
• Strong English communication skills and ability to perform basic arithmetic
  
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  
• Full range of motion required
  
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50% of the time

Education

• Highschool diploma or GED

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