Operations Technician

Air Products LLC; Sabine Pass (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Holidays and sick time

Job summary

Air Products LLC seeks an Operations Technician at the Port Arthur, TX facility to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot gas processing equipment, supporting continuous on-stream performance. Responsibilities include investigating failures, planning maintenance, and ensuring safety procedures are followed.

The role requires strong mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical skills, with flexibility for 12-hour shifts, on-call rotations, and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED minimum.
• Certificate in process technology or related field preferred, or 3+ years in manufacturing/chemical environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot plant equipment to support on-stream performance.
• Investigate equipment failures and determine root causes.
• Assist in planning and executing shutdowns, provide hands-on support.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Instrumentation proficiency

Electrical proficiency

Pumps & seals

Rotating equipment

MS Office

Education

Process technology certificate

Industrial systems background

Tools

Microsoft 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 PossibleWe 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 employment401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributionsPaid vacation, holidays, and sick timePaid parental leaveAdoption assistanceFlexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare)Health Savings AccountLife Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&DEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Responsibilities:Participate in core safety processes as an active member of the Site Safety Committee, sharing responsibility for overall site safety performanceSupport day-to-day plant operations to meet on-stream, production, and reliability targetsInvestigate equipment failures, determine root causes, and recommend solutions to prevent recurrence or eliminate issuesMaintain error-free execution by paying close attention to detail and completing work to the highest standard; apply a continuous improvement mindsetAssist in the planning and execution of minor and major shutdowns, providing technical, hands-on support as neededProvide troubleshooting expertise for production unitsFollow established operating proceduresPromote and adhere to all safety rules and regulationsQualifications:High school diploma or GED requiredCertificate 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 applyStudents with a background in Industrial Systems, Electromechanical Technology, Process Technology, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation Technology are encouraged to apply.Strong mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical proficiency preferredExperience with pumps, mechanical seals, vessels, exchangers, gear drives, compressors, rotating equipment, and/or electrical/instrumentation systems is a plusDemonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvementWillingness to work weekends and participate in an on-call rotation as neededSelf-starter with the ability to work independentlyExperience with plant/refinery instrumentation and electrical systems strongly preferredProficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft OfficeThis is a safety-sensitive positionWork Hours:Must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, and participate in a 24-hour on-call rotationMust be a self-starter and able to work independently on nights, weekends, and holidaysPhysical 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 neededMust be comfortable working at elevated heightsAir 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.