Operations Technician

Air Products; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Products in Chandler, AZ is seeking an Operations Technician to safely run plant systems, monitor operations, and maintain logs at a complex facility with multiple units. The role supports six ASU plants, two liquefiers, and a nitrogen pipeline, ensuring reliability and safety.

You will perform preventive maintenance, calibrate instruments, read P&IDs, and follow EH&S standards to sustain efficiency and zero-incident culture. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of operations experience or a 2-year Process Technology degree.
• Military experience preferred; Electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs) preferred.
• Experience with process control systems (DCS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust plant process conditions using valves and operating equipment.
• Maintain an electronic logbook of operational activities.
• Identify and resolve process upsets using operating indicators and DCS trends.
• Calibrate and operate process and pipeline analyzers.
• Perform daily routines including water treatment, equipment inspections, and log readings.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks and maintain training compliance.
• Issue safety work permits and perform lockout/tagout procedures.
• Load trailers and support product loading operations.
• Continuously inspect work areas for hazards and maintain clean, orderly spaces.

Skills

Operations experience

DCS systems

P&IDs interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year degree in Process Technology

Tools

DCS systems

Computer literacy

Job description

## Operations TechnicianApplylocations: Chandler, Arizonatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-2026-21816At 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** Are you a self-starter with integrity and a desire to learn and grow? We are seeking an Operations Technician to join our team at our Chandler, AZ facility, which includes six ASU plants, two liquefiers, and a nitrogen pipeline delivery system. This role is responsible for the safe, day-to-day operation of plant systems and equipment while adhering to all EH&S standards, site-specific requirements, and Quality Systems Manual procedures to support a zero lost-time injury culture.This role performs work in accordance with company quality systems and site-specific procedures, and monitors daily production to ensure reliability, efficiency, and productivity goals are met.**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 excellent benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!* Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment* 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributions* Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time* Paid parental leave* Adoption assistance* Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare)* Health Savings Account* Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**Responsibilities:*** Monitor and adjust plant process conditions using valves and operating equipment* Maintain an electronic logbook of operational activities* Identify and resolve process upsets using operating indicators and DCS trends* Calibrate and operate process and pipeline analyzers* Perform daily routines including water treatment, equipment inspections, and log readings* Complete preventive maintenance tasks* Maintain required online training compliance* Issue safety work permits and perform lockout/tagout procedures* Load trailers and support product loading operations* Continuously inspect work areas for mechanical issues, safety hazards, and abnormal operating conditions; maintain clean and orderly workspaces**Qualifications:*** High school diploma or equivalent required* Minimum of 2 years of operations experience and/or a 2-year degree in Process Technology* Military experience preferred* Electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical maintenance experience preferred* Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs) preferred* Experience with personal computers and/or DCS systems* This is a safety-sensitive position**Work Hours:*** Work schedule includes 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends* Must be able to work on-call rotations**Physical Requirements:*** Ability to climb ladders and stairs, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in all weather conditions* Availability to meet mandatory call-in requirements as neededJoin Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans offer. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the outstanding strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.li-ms1