Helium ColdServe Technician Driver

Job Summary: 

The Driver-Tech, ColdServe role is a critical part of Messer’s MRI Services business branded “ColdServe”.  Messer ColdServe Technicians are responsible for maintaining proper liquid helium levels in MRI systems located in hospitals, clinics, universities, and other settings.  They independently schedule helium fills to accommodate the end-use locations' respective availability, safely perform fills to Messer and MRI system manufacturer standards, and properly document fill activity in Messer information management systems.  This is a highly independent and technical role, and successful candidates must be comfortable working on mechanical systems, interacting with end-use customers, and diligently following safe work practices even when unsupervised.  Messer provides in-depth training, support, and mentoring once the ideal candidate is selected. 

Why Messer?  

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on. 

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role. 

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care. 

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter. 

Principal Responsibilities:  

• Safely transport and deliver Messer products (Helium and Nitrogen). 


• Schedule, load, deliver and fill liquid helium into MRI magnets to keep them super-conductive.   


• Demonstrate flexibility to adjust delivery schedules on short notice to accommodate emergent situations that may arise at customer sites where magnets require immediate attention. 


• Maintain expert knowledge of and proficiency in executing magnet filling procedures for systems from all OEMs and magnet types to OEM and Messer specifications. 


• Manage and mitigate operational risk to Messer by safely performing helium fill activities on customer-owned MRI systems. 


• Provide front-line interface with the customers’ field service engineers to provide feedback on magnet conditions or anomalies noted during fill events. 


• Safely drive a box truck and/or tractor-trailer combination loaded with compressed gas cylinders and liquid helium dewars for delivery to customers on a scheduled route. 


• Manage DOT Hours of Service using an on-board electronic logging device (ELD). 


• Follow ALL Messer safety policies including, but not limited to, proper use of PPE, employment of proper lifting techniques, adherence to local site safety requirements, and prompt reporting of safety incidents. 

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED required 


• Minimum of 1 year of safe driving experience with a good commercial and personal driving record. 


• Class B Commercial Driver’s License.  (Class A also accepted.) 


• Have or able to obtain Hazmat endorsements.


• Willing to work nights and weekends when required. 

About Messer:  

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.  

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different. 

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)