Hydrogen Plant Operator & Operations Tech

airproducts; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid Vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Backup Child and Adult Care

Adoption assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Life Insurance & AD&D

Identity theft coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Products is hiring an Operations Technician for the LaPorte, TX HyCO3 facility. The role involves safe, reliable operation of a highly automated hydrogen and carbon monoxide production unit, with field and control room duties.

Typical duties include executing safety procedures, maintenance coordination, and collaboration with engineering teams to maximize plant efficiency. The position requires a 12-hour rotating shift and onsite work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Process Technology certificate or degree is a plus.
• Background working in industrial gas, refining, or petrochemical facilities.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding piping and instrumentation schematics.
• Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Electrical, instrument or mechanical maintenance experience a plus.
• Willing to work holidays and weekends.
• Willingness and capability to collaborate within a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill both outside and inside operations tasks to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the facility.
• Issue Safety Work Permits, implement Lock-Out/Tag Out, and run field execution of maintenance contractors while working in the facility.
• Follow Site Work Instruction Manuals and implement Environmental, Health & Safety Standards.
• Work with various engineering functions to solve plant process issues and maximize the efficiency of the unit.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and troubleshoot equipment.
• Perform water treatment tests for various boiler and cooling water systems.
• Maintain training program requirements and certifications.

Skills

P&ID reading

Basic computer skills

Team collaboration

Maintenance experience

Shift work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Process Technology certificate/degree

Industrial gas/refining/petrochemical experience

Tools

MS Word, Excel, Outlook

Job description

Air Products is hiring an Operations Technician for the LaPorte, TX HyCO3 facility. The role involves safe, reliable operation of a highly automated hydrogen and carbon monoxide production unit, with field and control room duties.

Typical duties include executing safety procedures, maintenance coordination, and collaboration with engineering teams to maximize plant efficiency. The position requires a 12-hour rotating shift and onsite work.