Operations Tech III

Air Products; Ocotillo (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (day 1)

401k with company match

Paid vacation/holidays

Parental leave

Backup child & adult care

Adoption assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Life Insurance

Identity theft coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Many more benefits

Job summary

Air Products is seeking an Operations Technician for our Ocotillo, Arizona site to oversee safe operation of onsite equipment and safety systems. You will follow quality standards, participate in training, and support continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with EH&S rules.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule including nights and weekends at a large-scale gas production site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, power generation, industrial gases, military, or related technical environments.
• Experience with DCS systems and industrial process equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices, permit systems, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and adjust plant processes and equipment to maintain safe and efficient production.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using plant instrumentation, analyzers, and DCS data.
• Perform routine plant rounds, equipment inspections, water treatment activities, and data collection.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain process and pipeline analyzers.
• Maintain electronic operating logs, reports, and documentation.
• Support liquid product storage, bulk delivery systems, and related production activities.
• Issue work permits and perform LOTO activities per safety procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work environment and comply with safety requirements.
• Participate in training, safety meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with development and revision of operating procedures.

Skills

Computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Independent worker

Shift work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

DCS systems

P&IDs

Job description

At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.

Reimagine What’s Possible

We have an immediate opening for an Operations Technician at our Ocotillo, Arizona facility. The Manufacturing site includes two large-scale ASU’s (Air Separation Units), an OFA (Oil Free Air) production system, and a Hydrogen Electrolyzer system.

The Operator leads all aspects of the safe operation of onsite equipment and safety systems. They ensure adherence to Environmental Health & Safety Standards to keep the work environment accident and injury free. The operator is also required to follow and implement the established Quality Standards and Procedures built to supply quality materials to our customers. Candidates will be required to meet training requirements and successfully pass scheduled validation reviews.

What's In It For You

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Many more supplemental benefits available

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and adjust plant processes and equipment to maintain safe and efficient production.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using plant instrumentation, analyzers, and Distributed Control System (DCS) data.
• Perform routine plant rounds, equipment inspections, water treatment activities, and operational data collection.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain process and pipeline analyzers.
• Maintain accurate electronic operating logs, reports, and documentation.
• Support liquid product storage, bulk delivery systems, and related production activities.
• Issue work permits and perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities in accordance with plant safety procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while complying with all company safety, environmental, and operating requirements.
• Participate in training, safety meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the development and revision of operating procedures and work instructions.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, power generation, industrial gases, military, or related technical environments.
• Experience with DCS systems and industrial process equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices, permit systems, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and elevated structures.
• Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely perform all essential job functions.

Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at [e-mail]. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.