Operation Technician (2nd Class Power Engineer)

Air Products; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (day 1)

Dental Insurance (day 1)

Vision Insurance (day 1)

Retirement Plan (RRSP)

Pension Plan

Healthcare Spending Account

Job summary

Air Products is seeking an Operations Technician (2nd Class Power Engineer) for our Edmonton facility. You will monitor and control hydrogen production processes, operate plant systems, and collaborate with maintenance and instrumentation teams to maintain reliability.

The role requires a Second Class Power Engineering Certificate (or progress toward it) and at least 5 years in plant operations, with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

DCS operations

Microsoft Office

SAP knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Second Class Power Engineering Certificate

Third Class Power Engineering Certificate with progress toward Second Class

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DCS systems

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:

• 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 b