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A‑Gas is an industry leader in the specialty chemical and gases industry. Originally a UK-based company, A‑Gas was brought to the Americas in 2005. Since then, we have welcomed Rapid Recovery and Diversified Pure Chem to our corporate family and have expanded our offering to the halon, refrigerant, blowing agent, and carbon offset markets. Working for A‑Gas is both exciting and challenging. We are constantly looking for individuals to join our mission of creating sustainable environmental solutions, worldwide. Together we can do more, better, faster, safer!

Current Jobs

Project Engineer Job In Rhome

We are looking for a Project Engineer to work in our Rhome, TX facility. The Project Engineer role will focus on manage engineering projects; ensure site safety in all work performed, design new equipment and improve and increase the capacity of existing equipment to support the company in achieving business goals, thus expanding, and increasing profitability.

Reports to
Engineering Manager

Primary Work Location
Rhome, TX

Key Responsibilities

Lead projects for the design, specification, and build of new equipment so as to support the company in achieving business goals, thus expanding and increasing profitability.
Act as the project manager on all aspects of engineering projects including, but not limited to budget preparation, project planning with timelines, risk assessments, supervision of construction phases, progress chasing, contractor organization, and preparation of work instructions.
Provide support and technical evaluation for the purchase of capital equipment and external Engineering resources
Ensure risk assessments and hazard identification are carried out for all tasks being undertaken by you, your colleagues, and sub-contractors under your direct control. Implement any necessary control measures and risk assessments
Support the team with repairs for the whole site and equipment development so that all equipment is operating at a high aesthetic standard.
Follow the Engineering project process including risk assessment, HAZID, HAZHOP, and pre-start-up safety reviews.
Ensure that both yourself and all colleagues within your team work in accordance with all company policies relating to health and safety including Lockout, Tagout, working at heights, and any other life-critical procedures.
Any other tasks as required

Experience, Knowledge, and Qualifications

Essential

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field
At least 5 years experience of working in an operational/chemical processing environment
Previous experience/knowledge of the oil and/or gas sector
Experience of managing engineering projects from concept to delivery
Experience of using AutoCAD or similar
Computer literate with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel

Desirable

Understanding of chemical processing techniques such as fractional distillation
Understanding of electrical and civil engineering
Experience of pressurized liquefied gas systems
Experience in the specification of high-pressure gas systems
PLC programming / specification experience
Sub-contract management experience

Skills and Competencies

Task and project

A planned and methodical approach, documenting lists of outstanding tasks; able to structure and schedule tasks appropriately
Able to develop efficient processes, consider and manage projects successfully and identify and manage risk responsibly
Able to analyze problems and implement effective solutions
Able to make effective decisions, seeking advice when required, able to appreciate different perspectives and the wider business implications
Demonstrates attention to detail

Leadership, teamwork, and communication

Work cooperatively with others on multidisciplinary projects: exchanging information and supporting colleagues to achieve goals.
Able to work well within a team and build relationships both internally and externally
Use actions that indicate consideration for feelings and the needs of others; have awareness of others and the environment and of your impact on these.
Ability to make yourself understood when communicating verbally and in writing; can communicate legibly and concisely

Self-management and motivation

Ability to demonstrate talent in a range of different activities as well as being able to adapt to new situations whether that be changing environments or adapting to conflicting priorities
Uses own initiative to complete a task
Takes responsibility for professional development and ensuring knowledge is up to date; a desire to maintain and teach high levels of electrical engineering standards

Has a style of working those fits with the SPOT-ON values: Sense of fun, Sense of purpose, Professionalism, Leadership, Openness, Honesty, Trust, and Respect

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Cylinder Exchange Technician-Seattle, WA

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CYLINDER EXCHANGE TECHNICIAN
As a Cylinder Exchange Technician, you are on the front line with our customers and prospects in a specific territory, handling our “Rapid Exchange” program. Job duties include:

Operate the A-Gas cylinder exchange program by picking up and dropping off refrigerant gas cylinders at customer locations via a box truck.
Provide excellent customer service.
Prepare and properly label cylinders.
Operate a pallet jack and lift gate to load and unload shipments.
Consolidate refrigerants into half-ton cylinders.
Assist with the sourcing of gas by looking for additional gas to bring back to the company for reclamation or destruction purposes.
Keep accurate reports and submit daily work orders and weekly expense reports on-time.
Provide care for your assigned vehicle by keeping it in good condition and maintained according to the vehicle manual
Work safely and report any safety concerns
Other job duties as identified

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CYLINDER EXCHANGE TECHNICIAN

High school diploma/GED
At least 21 years old
Valid driver’s license
Clean driving record
Have a CDL Class C license and able to obtain hazmat endorsement within 30 days of employment
Ability to obtain EPA 608 license within 30 days of employment
Excellent reading, writing, and math skills
Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather and spend a lot of time driving
Ability to lift 75+ lbs
Excellent communication and customer service skills
High level to details
Safety First attitude

Knowledge of the HVAC industry and experience with the handling of refrigerant and recovery of HVAC gases are preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Are you courteous and professional? Do you have good communication skills? Are you an attentive driver? Are you resilient and persistent? Are you a team player with a can-do attitude? If so, then you might just be perfect for this job handling refrigerant for the HVAC industry!

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT-SALES – NEW YORK, NY

A-Gas in the Americas is looking to hire a full-time sales professional who is passionate about the environment to build and manage our total solution offering in the HVAC and specialty gas industry! This role requires you to be a HUNTER at heart. You will be accountable for new business generation working directly with the Gas Acquisition and territory teams to meet sales and gas recovery goals. You will be hunting new opportunities to sell our Total Solutions which include gas recovery, buyback, and gas sales. You will work to build relationships with Industry Associations and Contractors. You are passionate about safety; holding yourself and others accountable for safety standards. You love that your job is challenging and goal-driven as well as people-oriented!

Key Responsibilities and Attributes

Creates and executes a sales strategy to attract new customers and expand opportunities
A passionate seller who builds relationships with individuals and organizations
Excellent persuasion skills and ability to spot new opportunities
Engages in face to face sales presentations and meetings with clients
Networks with local businesses and customers and finds ways to maximize value from those connections through A-Gas Total Solution offerings
Perform market assessments, competitor analyses, and pricing strategies
Develop a call schedule to adequately cover territory and provide reports and data on results
Understands and utilizes Salesforce and other sales systems
Tracks sales metrics weekly, monthly, and quarterly to forecast sales goals
Focuses on safety and supports zero harm safety culture

Qualifications for a Business Development Executive

Bachelor’s degree required, experience in lieu of degree will be considered ( 3+ years of outside sales experience)
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
Excellent computer skills
Availability and willingness to travel and work flexible hours
Leadership skills
Proven sales ability

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ENGINEERING MANAGER-RHOME TEXAS

As our Engineering Manager, you will work with the Director of Operations to lead projects that support the growth of the business, aid in continuous improvement of production facilities, and support, develop and train your team of engineering professionals. This role will drive all necessary safety and environmental standards with regard to projects and plant production support and will significantly impact the strategic direction of the facility.

Primary Work Location

Rhome, TX (15 Minutes outside of Fort Worth)

Key Responsibilities:

Support Safety Culture, processes, and procedures
- Ensure that the Management of Change process is followed, risk assessments and hazard identification are carried out for all tasks being undertaken by you, your colleagues, and sub-contractors under your direct control.
- Implement any necessary control measures and risk assessments.
- Use the lockout, tag-out, permit to work, to ensure personal and team safety.
- Guarantee that both yourself and all colleagues within your team work in accordance with all company policies relating to health and safety.

Team Development and Leadership
- Act as a mentor and support development of the Engineering team and other teams across the region
- Coach members of our team and deliver training for site staff where necessary to ensure the site personnel is working to the latest operational standards
Drive the Success of Projects Through Team Management
- Deliver projects including design, specification, and build of new equipment to support the company in improving safety and environmental impact, achieving business goals, thus expanding, and increasing profitability.
- Oversee all projects are defined, planned, and executed per the A-Gas Engineering Project Process covering project justification, conceptual design, Capex approval, preliminary design, HAZOP, construction, commissioning, project closure.
- Manage capital budget for engineering projects at the Bowling Green site and operations budget for the Engineering department
Partnership with Plant Manager and Maintenance
- Collaborate and support the Maintenance team in maintaining site equipment, ensuring that systems are electrically and mechanically safe, calibrated, functioning to design and within the test.
Provide necessary production support and site improvements
- Provide technical support to the production team to improve and optimize existing processes and equipment

Any other tasks as required

Experience, Knowledge, and Qualifications

Essential
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required
- At least 5 years experience of working in an operational/chemical processing environment
- Experience in leading a multidisciplinary engineering team
- Previous experience/knowledge of the oil and/or gas sector preferred
- Experience in managing engineering projects from concept to delivery
- Experience in managing construction contractors
- Understanding of Instrumentation, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering as it relates to supporting the design and build of the plant
- Working knowledge and experience leading and participating in Hazard Analysis, specifically HAZOP methodology.
- Experience with design and operation of pressurized liquefied gas systems Experience of using AutoCAD or similar
- Industrial safety experience working with Life Critical procedures including LOTOTO, working at heights, Hot Works, etc.
- Computer literate with Word, Excel, and Project

Desirable
- Advanced Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
- Experience in the compressed gas industry
- Understanding of chemical processing techniques such as fractional distillation
- PLC programming / specification experience
- Experience using and applying thermodynamic and physical property databases such as REFPROP in the design of the plant
- Have a detailed understanding of relevant industry standards
- Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma

Skills and Competencies

Task and project
- A planned and methodical approach, documenting lists of outstanding tasks; able to structure and schedule tasks appropriately
- Prioritization of engineering projects and other engineering activities
- Providing prioritization and guidance for reports
- Able to develop efficient processes, consider and manage projects successfully and identify and manage risk responsibly
- Able to analyze problems and implement effective solutions
- Able to make effective decisions, seeking advice when required, able to appreciate different perspectives and the wider business implications
- Demonstrates good attention to detail
Leadership, teamwork, and communication
- Work cooperatively with others on multidisciplinary projects: exchanging information and supporting colleagues to achieve goals.
- Able to work well within a team and build relationships both internally and externally
- Use actions that indicate consideration for feelings and the needs of others; have awareness of others and the environment and of your impact on these.
- Ability to make yourself understood when communicating verbally and in writing; can communicate legibly and concisely
Self-management and motivation
- Ability to demonstrate talent in a range of different activities as well as being able to adapt to new situations whether that be changing environments or adapting to conflicting priorities
- Uses own initiative to complete a task
- Takes responsibility for professional development and ensuring knowledge is up to date; a desire to maintain and teach high levels of electrical engineering standards

Has a style of working that fits with the SPOT ON values: Sense of fun, Sense of purpose, Professionalism, Leadership, Openness, Honesty, Trust, and Respect

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Engineering Project Controls Specialist

We are looking for a Project Controls Specialist to work in our Rhome, TX facility. The Project controls specialist will be managing the cost and centralized schedule of multiple Engineering Projects by providing updates and support to project managers to ensure budget and timeline requirements are met. If you are an expert planner who can organize a robust schedule and maintain complex budgeting information this role will challenge your collaboration and organization strengths in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities
Support the project manager in maintaining project plan to budget for Costing and Scheduling:

Maintain Microsoft Project updates with accurate reporting of daily activities, cost tracking, and budget management by working closely with Project managers and engineering teams

Regularly communicate the progress of purchasing, goods receipts, and tracking material
Track lead times on inbound parts and equipment
Organize inbound packages
Support process improvement of goods received process

Manage Engineering purchase orders via accounting systems

Generate project forecasts by collaborating with Project Managers
Create requests for proposals and manage bid tabs, ensuring accuracy, clarity of description, and pricing
Review new requests to ensure material quantities are in alignment with costs budgeted
Obtaining multiple bids request from vendors and subcontractors, and verifying the accuracy
Support future project estimating through tracking of historical data and past completed projects
Analyze project cost to the budget

Requirements:

College Degree required experience in lieu of degree will be considered
3-5 years’ Experience working on EPC firms, engineering projects or construction projects preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel Spreadsheets including pivot tables, and ERP systems
Strong cost reporting and analytical skills required
Comfortable working under minimal supervision
High integrity and work ethic
Effective problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and well organized

Has a style of working that fits with the SPOT ON values: Sense of fun, Sense of Purpose, Professionalism, Leadership, Openness, Honesty, Trust, and Respect

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