Operations Technician

Air Products Inc.; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement plan with immediate

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Products Inc. in Odessa, TX seeks an Operations Technician to monitor and control nitrogen production processes, maintain water chemistry, and perform preventive maintenance. This 8-hour shift role requires rotating on-call coverage for nights and weekends, with safety and reliability as core focuses. You will work with DCS operations under the Site Manager and contribute to safe, efficient plant performance. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating or monitoring industrial process plants preferred.
• Ability to read P&IDs and instrument drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Monitor nitrogen production processes and DCS trends.
• Maintain water chemistry.
• Complete daily operating tasks and plant log readings.
• Interact safely with equipment and perform lockout/tagout as needed.
• Support on-call coverage during nights and weekends.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings and adhere to procedures.

Skills

Piping & instrumentation readings

Electrical/mechanical maintenance

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Computer literacy (MS Word/Excel/Outl​

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Air Products is seeking an experienced Operations Technician to join its team at the Odessa, TX facility.The Odessa site operates an Air Separation Unit (ASU) that produces medical-, food-, and industrial-grade nitrogen. Liquid nitrogen is delivered to customers via third-party tanker trailers. The site also supports two HPN onsite plants in San Angelo, Texas, which supply gaseous nitrogen to an onsite customer.In this role, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring nitrogen production processes, including utility systems, compressors, rotating equipment, and Distributed Control System (DCS) operations. Key responsibilities include maintaining water chemistry, completing daily operating tasks, and performing preventive maintenance as required.This is an 8-hour shift position with required rotating on-call coverage for nights and weekends. The role reports to the Site Manager**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:*** Perform preventative maintenance tasks, safety inspections, and plant log readings.* Maintain online training program requirements.* Maintain water chemistry.* Solving plant process upsets using various indicators and DCS trends.* Inspect all work areas on a continuous basis for any mechanical problems, safety hazards, and unusual operating conditions. Keep work and storage areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.* Perform troubleshooting on equipment.* Issue safety work permits and performs lock out / tag out of various process equipment.* Ensure that all plant safety, health, environmental and quality procedures are followed.* Attend and contribute to monthly safety meetings.* Assist in reviewing and updating operating procedures as required.* Dedication to Operational Excellence with a focus on safe and reliable operation.**Qualifications:*** High school diploma or equivalent required.* Experience in operations, maintenance, or monitoring of industrial process plants.* Ability to read/understand piping and instrumentation drawings.* Electrical, instrument or mechanical maintenance experience.* Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.* Strong written and verbal communications skills.* A teammate that is flexible and has a positive demeanor.* Desire and ability to work in a team environment.* Dedication to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.* This is a safety sensitive position.