Hydrogen Technician

Plug Power; Woodbine Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug Power seeks an Hydrogen Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility equipment at the Hydrogen Plant in Woodbine, GA. You will follow safety protocols, handle high-pressure components, and work with a team to keep operations running efficiently.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker certifications. Prior manufacturing or filling experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience; filling/loading preferred.
• Familiarity with pumps, compressors, valves and related tools.
• Hazmat and Tanker certifications preferred or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to keep the facility operational.
• Complete required documentation.
• Coordinate with System Controls Operator for compressors.
• Monitor process equipment; diagnose, replace/repair parts, test and adjust.
• Prepare high‑pressure and cryogenic trailers for filling.
• Maintain safe, clean working environment and follow procedures.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs during production; scheduled maintenance.
• Assist quality and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with Plug Power team members and leaders.
• Represent Plug Power professionally in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pumps and compressors

Safety protocol awareness

Documentation

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver’s License

Hazmat certification

Tanker certification

Vocational training preferred

Tools

Industrial equipment

Job description

Hydrogen Technician

Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department: Hydrogen Plant, Woodbine, GA

Position Summary:

The Hydrogen Technician position is responsible for performing a wide range of duties relating to installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining facility equipment within the Hydrogen Plant facility. This Technician will complete these duties and repairs in accordance with Plug Power’s safety protocol, ensuring productive maintenance to systems and equipment in support of the facility. The Hydrogen Technician will be safety focused with an exceptional attention to detail and a background in mechanical troubleshooting. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, able to handle multiple tasks at once and willing to learn and adapt within a fast-paced growing organization.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance in order to keep the facility operational including both troubleshooting and repairs of production machines and equipment
• Properly fills out the required record keeping documentation
• Communicate on an ongoing basis with the System Controls Operator for the maintenance and operation of compressors
• Monitor process equipment and diagnoses problems; replaces or repairs parts, tests, and adjusts as necessary
• Maintain and prepare high-pressure and cryogenic trailers for filling; shuttle tube trailers in within the plant yard
• Practice safe work habits and housekeeping on a daily basis within the facility; including maintaining a safe and clean working environment by complying with all governmental and company procedures, rules, and regulations
• Provide or arrange for emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production; perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Assist quality and efficiency improvements
• Work safely and effectively within a team environment, ensuring positive communication
• Must professionally communicate and collaborate with other Plug Power team members and leaders
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational education/training is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior experience in a manufacturing operation, filling or loading experience preferred
• Familiarity with industrial equipment such as pumps, compressors, valves, and associated tools is preferred
• Training and experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, compressors, troubleshooting or repairs is ideal
• Must have the ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker certifications
• Ability to read, interpret and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Quality focused with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to role model high standards of professionalism