Operations Technician

Air Products Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Products Inc. in Port Arthur, TX is seeking an Operations Technician to operate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment in a complex SMR facility with CO2 capture and hydrogen pipeline connections.

You will support day-to-day plant operations, participate in safety processes, and work on minor and major shutdowns, with 12-hour rotating shifts and on-call rotation. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a high school diploma or GED and relevant maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certificate in process technology or a maintenance-related field preferred.
• 3+ years in manufacturing, production, processing or chemical/petrochemical environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical, instrumentation and electrical proficiency preferred.
• Experience with pumps, seals, vessels, exchangers, gear drives, compressors and rotating equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment to support on-stream performance.
• Participate in core safety processes as part of Site Safety Committee.
• Investigate equipment failures and determine root causes; recommend solutions.
• Plan and execute minor and major shutdowns with hands-on support.
• Provide troubleshooting for production units and follow operating procedures.
• Adhere to safety rules and maintain high attention to detail.

Skills

Safety

Mechanical proficiency

Instrumentation proficiency

Electrical proficiency

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certificate in process technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Plant instrumentation systems

Job description

We are seeking a Operations Technician at our Port Arthur, TX facility. The Port Arthur facility includes two Steam Methane Reformers (SMRs) with integrated gas turbine generators, as well as CO2 capture systems at both SMRs, supporting enhanced oil recovery. The site is connected to an existing hydrogen pipeline system that spans from New Orleans to the Houston Ship Channel, supplying hydrogen to an integrated network serving customers across the Gulf Coast. As an operator, you are responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment within the facility. The primary function of this role is to provide technical, hands-on support to continuously improve plant operations, maintenance, mechanical equipment integrity, reliability, cost efficiency, and overall on-stream performance. **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:*** Participate in core safety processes as an active member of the Site Safety Committee, sharing responsibility for overall site safety performance* Support day-to-day plant operations to meet on-stream, production, and reliability targets* Investigate equipment failures, determine root causes, and recommend solutions to prevent recurrence or eliminate issues* Maintain error-free execution by paying close attention to detail and completing work to the highest standard; apply a continuous improvement mindset* Assist in the planning and execution of minor and major shutdowns, providing technical, hands-on support as needed* Provide troubleshooting expertise for production units* Follow established operating procedures* Promote and adhere to all safety rules and regulations **Qualifications:*** High school diploma or GED required* Certificate in process technology or a maintenance-related field (preferred), or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, processing, or chemical/petrochemical environment; candidates with SkillsUSA participation are encouraged to apply* Students with a background in Industrial Systems, Electromechanical Technology, Process Technology, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation Technology are encouraged to apply.* Strong mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical proficiency preferred* Experience with pumps, mechanical seals, vessels, exchangers, gear drives, compressors, rotating equipment, and/or electrical/instrumentation systems is a plus* Demonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvement* Willingness to work weekends and participate in an on-call rotation as needed* Self-starter with the ability to work independently* Experience with plant/refinery instrumentation and electrical systems strongly preferred* Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office* This is a safety-sensitive position **Work Hours:*** Must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, and participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation* Must be a self-starter and able to work independently on nights, weekends, and holidays **Physical Requirements:*** Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.* Must be able to meet call-in requirements as needed* Must be comfortable working at elevated heights