Industrial Combustion Technician

Norsk Hydro; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus (external hires)

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a maintenance technician for the Cressona, PA area to perform combustion maintenance and support plant reliability. You will work to ensure records are up to date and compliance with NFPA 86 while collaborating with engineers on testing and improvements.

The role involves preventive and predictive maintenance on combustion systems, using Maximo, Oracle, and PLC-based equipment, with second/third shift options. A technical degree and hands-on experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Electrical or electro-mechanical technical degree or certificate with 1 year of applicable experience, or 3 years in an industrial setting with a technical background in electrical, electromechanical, combustion and process control systems.
• Must be able to complete assessments and training to maintain skills within required time frames.
• Strong schematics/loop drawings and P&ID interpretation and practical problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Ensure calibration, survey, and combustion maintenance records are kept per requirements.
• Review all planned work orders for completion and follow-up issues.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to keep combustion equipment efficient.
• Maintain combustion systems within NFPA 86 and company standards.
• Assist engineers in planning tests, calibrations, repairs, and evaluations.
• Utilize Maximo, Oracle, PLCs, and data loggers to support craft functions.

Skills

Schematics reading and interpretation

Problem solving

Industrial electrical background

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Electrical/ Electro-Mechanical Tech Degree or certificate

Tools

Maximo

Oracle

Allen Bradley PLC-5

SLC-500

ControlLogix

Data Loggers

Calibrators

Infrared Cameras

Job description

Location: Cressona, PA, US, 17929 Career area: Maintenance Department: Machine Shop Job Type: Permanent

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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Retention Bonus (for external hires)
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Starting Rate of pay: $28.58-$42.00/hour

Shifts Available and Hours: 2nd shift Monday- Friday, 2pm-10pm

3rd shift Monday- Friday, 10pm-6am

What you will be doing

• Responsible to ensure all calibration, survey, and required combustion maintenance records are maintained according to their prescribed requirements.
• Will review all process control, calibration, survey, and combustion planned work orders for proper completion and/or noted issues that will require follow-up.
• Responsible to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance as required to maintain combustion equipment to obtain optimal efficiency and product uniformity.
• Responsible to ensure combustion systems are being maintained within NFPA 86 and company compliance.
• Responsible to assist engineers and supervisors in formulating test, calibration, repair and evaluation plans and procedures to maintain equipment and problem solve process variation issues.
• Responsible to use various hardware and software technologies such as, but not limited to, Maximo, Oracle, Allen Bradley PLC-5, SLC-500, ControlLogix, Data Loggers, Calibrators, Infrared Cameras as tools to support craft functionality.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• An Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Technical Degree or certificate equivalent with 1 year of applicable experience or 3 years’ applicable experience in an industrial or related setting with a technical background in industrial electrical, electromechanical, combustion and process control systems.
• Candidate will be required to successfully complete knowledge and skills assessments and participate in training initiatives to maintain and improve skills in required time frames.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Strong ability to read, comprehend and interpret schematics, loop drawings, P&ID’s and other technical resource manuals.
• Self-motivated with strong problem solving skills capable of effectively and efficiently troubleshooting complex combustion, process control loops and other instrument device failures.
• Software knowledge base skills and the ability to perform calculations and conversions.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles.These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differencesare acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Ourglobal diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusiveworkplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential.With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build acareer that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with apresence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you havethe chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.