We’re partnered with a rapidly growing, high-technology industrial services provider that specializes in delivering mission-critical compressed air systems to major manufacturing and processing facilities across North America. They are seeking a skilled Operations & Safety Specialist to oversee multiple satellite sites, ensure system reliability, and serve as the key operational point of contact for customers.
Position Overview
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Provide day-to-day operational and safety oversight of satellite compressed air facilities.
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Ensure systems meet performance, reliability, safety, quality, and efficiency goals.
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Act as the primary customer contact for operational updates, maintenance coordination, and performance communication.
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Support construction, commissioning, and maintenance work across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor system performance through on-site inspections and remote tools.
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Execute preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance programs.
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Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and quality standards.
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Coordinate with customer teams on production needs and maintenance scheduling.
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Schedule maintenance for compressors, dryers, pumps, valves, motors, electrical and instrumentation systems.
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Conduct routine system walkdowns to identify leaks, abnormalities, or operational issues.
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Plan and track PM tasks; ensure timely completion.
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Maintain a clean, professional facility environment.
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Respond quickly to call-outs to maintain compressed air supply uptime.
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Build and maintain strong vendor and contractor relationships.
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Follow Management of Change (MOC) protocols for system parameters and controls.
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Document maintenance tasks, hazards, inventory shortages, and performance notes in weekly reports.
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Travel to additional sites for construction, commissioning, or maintenance support.
Job Requirements
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Prefer Associate’s Degree in a technical field.
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Strong knowledge of compressed air systems, including centrifugal compressors, air dryers, instrumentation, and PLC/DCS controls.
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Practical understanding of electrical principles and safe electrical repair practices.
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Mechanical aptitude and experience with industrial equipment maintenance.
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Ability to use or quickly learn facility software systems (MS Office required).
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Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable interacting with customers and vendors.
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Up to 30% overnight travel required.
Additional Requirements
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Must pass pre-employment background checks and drug screening.
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Ability to read and interpret technical procedures; able to write reports and update documentation.
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Basic mathematical skills (percentages, proportions, area, volume).
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Strong reasoning skills in situations with limited standardization.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
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Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb ladders/platforms, use hands, reach, and operate a computer.
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Ability to hear abnormal equipment noises.
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Must wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves).
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Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts; moderate to high noise levels.
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