Operation Technician (2nd Class Power Engineer)

airproducts; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Vacation and holidays

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

RRSP plan

Healthcare Spending Account

Job summary

Air Products is seeking an Operations Technician (2nd Class Power Engineer) for our Edmonton facility to control and monitor hydrogen production processes and work with maintenance teams to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Responsibilities include field readings, inspections, and equipment rounds, plus contributing to safety initiatives and plant turnarounds. A 12-hour rotating shift pattern is required, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Second Class Power Engineering Certificate or progress toward Second Class with 3rd Class already earned.
• Experience in safety-sensitive industrial environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor continuous hydrogen production processes.
• Operate plant systems including steam systems, compressors, rotating equipment, and DCS systems.
• Perform field readings, inspections, water testing, and operational rounds.
• Support plant turnarounds and outage activities.
• Prepare and maintain operating procedures, MOC documentation, and audit documentation.
• Monitor contractor activities and ensure compliance with site requirements.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and issue Safe Work Permits.
• Participate in safety committees, meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and technical support teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Third Class Power Engineering Certificate (with progress toward Second Class)

Tools

DCS operations

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.

Reimagine What’s Possible

Operations Technician (2nd Class Power Engineer)

We are currently seeking a 2nd class Power Engineer (or 3rd Class Power Engineer currently progressing to obtain their 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate) for our Edmonton (AB) facility.

Reporting to the Chief Power Engineer/ Site Supervisor, the Operations Technician will be responsible for controlling and monitoring the processes to produce hydrogen from our highly automated plants (e.g. steam system, compressors, rotating equipment, and DCS operation), as well as work alongside Maintenance and Instrumentation/Electrical Technicians to maintain equipment. Additional duties will include taking field readings, performing equipment inspections, testing and additional responsibilitie

What's In It for You:

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and phenomenal benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Life Insurance (Basic Life - Paid for by Air Products) & Optional Life Insurance plans Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) at 4% of base pay
• Company matched RRSP plan
• Healthcare Spending Account

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Control and monitor continuous hydrogen production processes.
• Operate plant systems including steam systems, compressors, rotating equipment, and DCS systems.
• Perform field readings, inspections, water testing, and operational rounds.
• Support plant turnarounds and outage activities.
• Prepare and maintain operating procedures, MOC documentation, and audit documentation.
• Monitor contractor activities and ensure compliance with site requirements.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and issue Safe Work Permits.
• Participate in safety committees, meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and technical support teams.

Decision Making Authority and Problem Solving:

• Prioritizes operational activities to maintain safe and reliable production.
• Responds to process upsets and abnormal conditions using established procedures.
• Coordinates with maintenance and technical teams regarding equipment performance and reliability concerns.
• Applies operating procedures, technical knowledge, and site standards to support plant performance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work 12-hour rotating day and night shifts.
• Must be able to wear required PPE.
• Must be capable of working in industrial operating environments and varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to perform field inspections and equipment rounds.

Minimum Qualification:

• Second Class Power Engineering Certificate; or Third Class Power Engineering Certificate with progress toward obtaining Second Class certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid authorization to work in Canada.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of plant operations experience.
• Experience in industrial process operations, hydrogen, refining, petrochemical, utilities, or related industries preferred.
• Experience working in safety-sensitive industrial environments.

Job Specific Skills:

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of DCS operations and process equipment.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• SAP knowledge preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Competencies:

• Exceptional safety awareness.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Communication skills.
• Initiative and accountability.
• Attention to detail.
• Continuous learning mindset.

Safety Sensitive Position Requirement:

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. The successful candidate must comply with Air Products Alcohol and Drug Policy requirements, including pre-employment testing and other testing permitted by legislation and company policy

Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

Air Products offers a competitive salary, extensive health benefits package, company paid pension and company matched RRSP plans.

Westrive to be inclusiveof the diversity of our employees,invest in their developmentandfoster a collaborative and respectful work environmentwhereall employeesfeel like theybelong and matter.

We are committed to employment equity for women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. We are an Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background. In accordance with AODA, applicants with disability requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance.

Due to Canadian Immigration regulations, we are only able to consider applications from Canadian citizens or other individuals legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.