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With annual sales over $10 billion, Praxair, Inc. is a global, Fortune 300 company that
supplies atmospheric, process and specialty gases, high-performance coatings, and related
services and technologies.

Primary Responsibilities:
Praxair North American Industrial Gases is currently seeking a Vacuum Technician in
Southern California.

You will be responsible for obtaining in-house certification as a Level I, II and Level
III vacuum technician, including OSHA, DOT and Manufacturer's certification exams;
operating the Varian mass-spectrometer to manufacturer's testing and ASNT;
Mass-spectrometer troubleshooting and repair; operating vacuum pump; operating
instruments as required to take vacuum readings; participating in improving testing
performance and increasing reliability through the use of process skills; performing
instrumentation of pressure vessels; gathering and documenting data; providing assistance
in planning and scheduling of testing jobs; performing maintenance and troubleshooting of
operating systems; maintaining good communication and leadership skills; and interfacing
with all levels of operations teams and customers. Up to 25% domestic travel time may be
required.

Requirements:
To qualify, you must have a high school diploma or GED and 3-5 years experience in the
following functions: Vacuum systems and leak checking, Mass-spectrometer operation,
Pressure testing piping systems, Mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills and the
ability to read mechanical schematics. Prior certification in Varian mass-spectrometer is
preferred. (All previous training and certification must be documented by presentation of
original training certificates)

To apply, visit our web site at www.praxair.com Click on Careers, United States and
Search for Admin/Tech/Other Career Opportunities. Click on the job title from the
complete Job List or search by job number 1101093. EOE, m/f/d/v Praxair

Date Posted: 12/12/11