Hydrogen Plant Maintenance Technician: Keep Systems Running

PLUG POWER INC; Woodbine Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug Power Inc. is seeking a Hydrogen Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant equipment within the Hydrogen Plant facility. The role focuses on safety, detail, and mechanical troubleshooting to ensure continuous operation.

The technician will perform routine and preventative maintenance, document activities, and coordinate with the System Controls Operator. Candidates should have basic manufacturing experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational education/training preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing operation experience; filling/loading experience preferred.
• Familiarity with pumps, compressors, valves and related tools.
• Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker certifications once qualified.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to keep equipment operating; troubleshoot and repair production machines.
• Fill out required maintenance documentation and records.
• Communicate with System Controls Operator for maintenance and operation of compressors.
• Monitor equipment, diagnose problems, replace/repair parts, test and adjust as needed.
• Maintain high-pressure and cryogenic trailers; shuttle tubes within the plant yard.
• Practice safe work habits and keep the facility clean and compliant with SOPs and regulations.
• Provide or arrange for emergency/unscheduled repairs during production; perform scheduled maintenance during machine service.
• Support quality and efficiency improvements and work well in a team environment.
• Represent Plug Power professionally in all interactions.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training preferred

Tools

Pumps

Compressors

Valves

Industrial equipment

Job description

Plug Power Inc. is seeking a Hydrogen Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant equipment within the Hydrogen Plant facility. The role focuses on safety, detail, and mechanical troubleshooting to ensure continuous operation.

The technician will perform routine and preventative maintenance, document activities, and coordinate with the System Controls Operator. Candidates should have basic manufacturing experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain