HyCO Plant Relief Operator - Lemont, IL

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc.; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. is seeking an introductory Operations Technician to learn plant processes, assist with daily operations, and support maintenance activities.

The role requires flexibility to cover day, night, and weekend shifts, with typical ~40 hours per week and potential for growth into a full Operations Technician. Ideal candidates will have an Associate Degree and 1–3 years in an industrial setting, along with strong math, safety, and mechanical/electrical

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related discipline from an accredited junior college or technical school
• 1–3 years of industrial plant operations or maintenance experience preferred
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts and overtime as needed
• Strong safety mindset and ability to learn process and instrumentation basics

Responsibilities

• Learn and operate the steam methane reformer and related equipment
• Monitor plant process, complete logs, collect samples, and maintain housekeeping
• Follow safety policies, participate in LOTO and energy isolation procedures
• Interpret P&ID diagrams and plant manuals to troubleshoot and support operations
• Assist with startup/shutdown of plants and daily maintenance tasks

Skills

Math basics

PC skills

Electrical safety

Mechanical aptitude

Reading diagrams

Lock Out/Tag Out safety

Shift work readiness

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Wage $0-$28.00/hr

This will be an introductory operations rolethat will be expected to learn the basics of hydrogen plant operations, outsideshift 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 OperationsTechnician role based on the selected candidate’s aptitude, work ethic, andability to learn and contribute positively to the site’s safety, performanceand reliability. During weeks when minimum or no vacation coverage isneeded this role will work with the operations and maintenance team on dailytasks. Expectation is that this role will work approximately 40 hours perweek, 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 operatorthat is willing to accept responsibility to be proactive and innovative insolutions to ensure efficient plant operations and a safe work environment.

Position Accountabilities

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

Essential Function

• Experience in an industrial plant in theoperations 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 performdaily reporting task
• Basic understanding of electrical hazards and safety
• Strong mechanical or electrical aptitude
• Ability to learn and access Plant MechanicalProcess and Instrumentation diagrams, Cause and Effect diagrams, plantOperations 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 rotatingshifts and be available for on-call duty
• Ability to reliably work overtime in amaintenance support role during scheduled plant maintenance TAR work andnon-scheduled Call-In emergency work
• Ability to review and successfully completeon-line computer based and hands on plant training to become a fully qualifiedLone 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 anaccredited Junior College or equivalent training from a Technical School and/orrelated job experience

Work Experience

Preferred 1 – 3 Years - Experiencein an industrial plant in the operations or maintenance departments

Physical and EnvironmentalRequirements

PlantOperations – Lone operator requires Process Operations knowledge and skills.Critical thinking and attention to Safety are extremely important to manageprocess upsets

Travel Requirements

Travel toother 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