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ACF

Service Technician (Air Compressors)

Miami, FL

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Perform technical skills including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting and repair of compressed air systems and accessories Provide emergency ...

ACF, Inc.

PACS Air Compressor Technician

Tampa, FL · On-site

Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of compressed air systems and/or accessories both during normal working hours and after-hours, weekends, and holidays as directed * Perform scheduled ...

ACF

PACS Air Compressor Technician

Tampa, FL

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Perform technical skills including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting and repair of compressed air systems and accessories Provide emergency ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for compressed air in the United States is $26.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Compressed Air job?

A Compressed Air job typically involves the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of compressed air systems used in various industries. This can include working with air compressors, piping systems, dryers, and filters to ensure efficient operation. Professionals in this field may also be responsible for diagnosing leaks, optimizing energy usage, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Jobs in this sector are common in manufacturing, automotive, and industrial facilities where compressed air is essential for operations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in compressed air system installation and maintenance?

Professionals in the compressed air field often encounter challenges such as diagnosing complex system faults, responding to equipment failures under tight deadlines, and ensuring installations meet strict safety and regulatory standards. Work environments can vary, sometimes requiring on-site visits to factories, workshops, or construction sites, which may involve physical demands and exposure to noisy conditions. Collaborating closely with clients, engineers, and plant managers is also common to ensure solutions meet operational needs. These challenges make adaptability, technical expertise, and clear communication key to delivering successful results and building strong client relationships.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Compressed Air position, and why are they important?

To thrive in the compressed air industry, you need a solid understanding of pneumatic systems, mechanical aptitude, and experience with industrial equipment, often backed by vocational training or relevant certifications. Familiarity with tools such as air compressors, pressure gauges, leak-detection devices, and manufacturer-specific diagnostic software is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, customer service, and communication skills help you excel in both independent and team-driven repair or installation projects. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient system operation and effective service delivery to clients across various industries.

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Infographic showing various Compressed Air job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% Internship, 76% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 18% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,267 per year, or $26.1 per hour.
Operations Manager - Compressed Air

Operations Manager - Compressed Air

Aerzen USA Corporation

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Who we are:
Aerzen USA Corp. is an international manufacturer of positive displacement blowers, hybrid blowers, screw compressors and turbo blowers. These high-quality machines are used for air and gas applications across many essential industries, including; Wastewater, Cement, Biogas, Pharmaceutical and Food, among many others. We are One Team, and we Empower our team members to be both Inquisitive and Evolutionary.
What we offer:
Aerzen USA offers a competitive salary; generous health benefits (to include 96% company-paid benefit plans) with company HSA contribution; a 401(k) with company match; a tuition reimbursement program; and a profit share bonus package; along with the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals.
What you'll do:
The Operations Manager is responsible for establishing and leading the Charlotte-area compressed air facility. This role will identify and build out the facility, implement warehouse and operational processes, and scale capabilities from initial warehousing and modification into full package assembly. The position is accountable for operational readiness, safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
Essential functions & responsibilities:
  • Lead facility search, layout, and buildout planning to support warehousing, modification, and staged progression to full package assembly.
  • Establish warehouse and distribution processes, inventory controls, and inventory tracking practices consistent with company standards.
  • Build and manage day-to-day operations for receiving, storage, kitting, shipping, and internal material flows to support modifications and assembly.
  • Develop the operational model for package work: staffing plan, work instructions, tooling/equipment needs, quality checks, and safety requirements.
  • Establish eventual package customization capability: layout, standard work, inspection/testing readiness, and escalation paths for build issues.
  • Partner with supply chain/sourcing to identify and qualify suppliers, support vendor set-up and ongoing vendor management, and inform tariff and cost considerations.
  • Own operational KPIs: on-time shipment, inventory accuracy, rework rate, safety metrics, and throughput for modification/assembly cells.
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering and supply chain to implement product modifications and ensure materials, documentation, and work orders support execution.

Requirements
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent.
  • 7-12+ years leading warehouse/operations/manufacturing in industrial equipment; experience launching a new site or expanding facility capability preferred.
  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to build structure from the ground up.
  • Ability to operate in a startup/greenfield environment with high ambiguity.
  • Must have the ability to travel 10-20% of the time as required.

More about us:
Aerzen USA was founded in 1983 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Aerzener Maschinenfabrik GmbH, a recognized world leader in the production of rotary positive displacement machines since 1868. Aerzen USA is headquartered in Coatesville, PA, with multiple offices and service centers throughout the United States. Aerzen USA designs and manufactures positive displacement blowers, hybrid blowers, screw compressors, and high-speed turbo blowers with installations around the world. The company specializes in
wastewater treatment aeration, pneumatic conveying of bulk materials, and process gas conveying with high-efficiency equipment and world-class product service and support.
For more information visit our website at: www.aerzen.com
Aerzen USA Corp is an equal opportunity employer and selects employees on the basis of skills and experience. Aerzen USA ensures that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran's status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions and actions are based on merit and made without regard to any characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.
All offers of employment at Aerzen USA Corp are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Aerzen USA Corp has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug misuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Aerzen employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Aerzen USA Corp is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and misuse in the workplace. Applicants being considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including termination of employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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