Operations Technician

airproducts; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑mâ

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Air Products seeks an Operations Technician for its Port Arthur, TX facility. The role focuses on operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment to improve on-stream performance and cost efficiency.

The position requires strong safety adherence and the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends and on-call rotation. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a process-technology certificate or 3+ years in manufacturing or chemical environments preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certificate in process technology or a maintenance-related field preferred, or 3+ years manufacturing/chemical/petrochemical experience.
• Industrial systems background (Electrical/Instrumentation/Industrial) encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Site Safety Committee and uphold safety performance.
• Support day-to-day plant operations to meet production and reliability targets.
• Investigate failures, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship with attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.
• Assist in planning and executing shutdowns with hands-on support.
• Provide troubleshooting for production units and follow operating procedures.
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electrical proficiency

Instrumentation proficiency

Self-starter

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certificate in process technology or similar

3+ years manufacturing/chemical experience

Tools

Pumps

Mechanical seals

Rotating equipment

MS Office

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 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 unitsFollow 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

Air Products proudly values 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 foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

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.