US11342-AIRGAS Red-D-Arc Inc. · Chicago, IL

Regional Service Manager - North at US11342-AIRGAS Red-D-Arc Inc. — Chicago, IL

Full-timeChicago, ILPosted 2026-07-15Apply on Workday

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R10096488 Regional Service Manager - North (Open)

Location:

Chicago, IL (RDA) - Welding equipment rental

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Airgas is Hiring for a Regional Operation Manager in North Region, US.

We are looking for you!

  • Monday - Friday
  • Perform shop-related safety training at branches
  • Supports Director of Service and Branch with BEST practices
  • Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
  • Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
  • Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
  • Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Under the direction of the Regional Operations Manager, and in conjunction with the operational directives set by the Vice President of Operations, the incumbent contributes to the overall profitability of the company by maintaining a high standard of efficiency and effectiveness in the service and maintenance of fleet resources.

Essential Functions

  • Maintains a safe working environment by following Airgas/Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines.
  • Assists Director of Service in establishing, publishing and performing training of preventative maintenance procedures for equipment.
  • Assists Director of Service in establishing, publishing and performing training of cost effective repair and service procedures.
  • Assists Director of Service in establishing, publishing and performing training of safe and efficient shipping and receiving procedures for all equipment.
  • Works with Safety Managers to perform shop-related safety training at branches.
  • Works with Branch Managers in our branches to establish new “best practices” in our shops and ensure they are shared with the Director of Service and other RSMs so that they can be implemented company wide.
  • Works closely with Regional Parts Coordinator to research parts and maintain accurate parts inventories.
  • Performs an audit of the service and repair state at each branch at least once a year within the area of responsibility.
  • Performs on-boarding training for all new technicians within the area of responsibility.
  • Provides advanced technical support for branches and customers.
  • Coordinates specialized technical support from manufacturers.
  • Ensures all service and maintenance records are input appropriately and accurately in company ERP system
  • Oversees and works with the director of fleet in the decision making process for the scrapping of all equipment and coordinates their disposal or use for parts.
  • Works with R&D Manager on new product development.
  • Participates in the startup or relocation of branches with regards to layout and tooling.
  • Monitors exception reporting to find and fix service and maintenance problems within the branches.
  • Complies with all SOX requirements.
  • Complies with all governmental regulatory requirements.
  • Implements all operational directives.
  • Performs other related duties as required

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Are you a MATCH?

Required:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must Have Valid Driver License
  • Ideally, you bring five or more years of related working experience.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor Degree in related field or Post-secondary education equivalent to one year of Business Management
  • Work experience in the welding industry can be a substitute for post-secondary education.
  • Computer experience or basic knowledge of SAP.
  • Must have or be working towards training certificates by OEM equipment providers. (Miller,Lincoln,Hypertherm,MQ,etc)

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Benefits

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About Airgas

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