HyCO Plant Relief Operator - Lemont, IL

Matheson Tri-Gas; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Sanso MATHESON is seeking an entry-level HyCO Plant Relief Operator in Lemont, IL to learn the hydrogen plant operations and support shift vacations. The role covers day, night, and weekend coverage, with roughly 40 hours per week and potential progression to an Operations Technician based on aptitude and safety performance.

Travel to other HYCO plants may be required to support operations, and the company emphasizes a safe work environment with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a related discipline or equivalent training.
• Preferred 1–3 years in an industrial ops/maintenance environment.
• Basic algebra, fractions/percentages, unit conversion knowledge.
• Proficiency with standard office software for daily reporting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain steam methane reformer process and related equipment.
• Perform rounds, logs, water sampling, transfers, and housekeeping.
• Follow safety policies and report incidents promptly.
• Interpret P&ID drawings to support operations and troubleshooting.
• Support start/stop of plants safely as conditions require.
• Participate in regular and shutdown maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Math

Safety awareness

Communication

Critical thinking

Shift flexibility

Education

Associates Degree - 2-year

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HyCO Plant Relief Operator - Lemont, IL

Wage $0-$28.00/hr
This will be an introductory operations role
that will be expected to learn the basics of hydrogen plant operations, outside
shift logs, duties and requirements to support operator shift vacations.
This will require flexibility in covering day, night and weekend shifts,
generally with at minimum two weeks' notice for when coverage is needed.
This position has the potential to move into a regular Operations
Technician role based on the selected candidate's aptitude, work ethic, and
ability to learn and contribute positively to the site's safety, performance
and reliability. During weeks when minimum or no vacation coverage is
needed this role will work with the operations and maintenance team on daily
tasks. Expectation is that this role will work approximately 40 hours per
week, this could vary depending on shift coverage required. Nippon Sanso Matheson
(NSM) is seeking a candidate who's looking to learn and grow as an operator
that is willing to accept responsibility to be proactive and innovative in
solutions to ensure efficient plant operations and a safe work environment.

Position Accountabilities

• 1. Obtain the knowledge base required to operate and maintain the process of a
  steam methane reformer and related equipment associated with the process,
  understand the plant's water chemistry to assure proper operations and
  equipment functioning.
• 2. Monitor the process and outside related equipment. This includes
  making rounds, completing logs sheets, water sampling, oil and chemical
  transfers and maintaining housekeeping.
• 3. Be safety conscious, i.e. meetings, work area cleanliness, eliminate hazards
  when noted, etc.
• 4. Develop ability to interpret Piping & Instrument Drawings to understand
  process operations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system anomalies.
• 5. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance and maintain
  appropriate records.
• 6. Follow company work policies to promote a safe work environment that
  encourages active participation and timely reporting of all incidents and
  unsafe conditions.
• 7. Participate in regular and shutdown maintenance activities and updating
  of plant equipment and work instructions.
• 8. Apply the Work Permit process, Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) and energy isolation
  procedures as required for company and contractor personnel.
• 9. Good communication skills with all team members, vendors, safety and
  management teams, etc.
• 10. Assist with starting / stopping the plants in a safe manner as dictated by
  operating conditions and business needs.

Essential Function

• *Experience in an industrial plant in the
  operations or maintenance departments not required but strongly desired
• *Math - basic algebra, fractions/percentages, unit conversion
• *General personal computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (word processing,
  spreadsheets, email) and other software utilized by the company to perform
  daily reporting task
• *Basic understanding of electrical hazards and safety
• *Strong mechanical or electrical aptitude
• *Ability to learn and access Plant Mechanical
  Process and Instrumentation diagrams, Cause and Effect diagrams, plant
  Operations Manual and Equipment Manuals
• *Solid working knowledge of Industrial Safety including Lock Out / Tag Out,
  Personal Protective Equipment and job Permitting
• *Ability to reliably work 12-hr rotating
  shifts and be available for on-call duty
• *Ability to reliably work overtime in a
  maintenance support role during scheduled plant maintenance TAR work and
  non-scheduled Call-In emergency work
• *Ability to review and successfully complete
  on-line computer based and hands on plant training to become a fully qualified
  Lone Operator

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Associates Degree - 2-yr Associates Degree in a related discipline from an
  accredited Junior College or equivalent training from a Technical School and/or
  related job experience

Work Experience

• Preferred 1 - 3 Years - Experience
  in an industrial plant in the operations or maintenance departments

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Plant
  Operations - Lone operator requires Process Operations knowledge and skills.
  Critical thinking and attention to Safety are extremely important to manage
  process upsets

Travel Requirements

• Travel to
  other HYCO plants to support Operations or Maintenance activities

Nippon Sanso MATHESON is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability