Operations Technician

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions, LLC; Walton (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Fertilizer, LLC is seeking an Operations Technician for our Ammonia Terminal in Walton, IN. This role focuses on operation and maintenance of an anhydrous ammonia terminal, including receipt, storage, refrigeration, heating, and loading processes.

The position follows a flexible day‑shift schedule (Monday–Friday) with potential overnight travel to other terminals and a rotating on‑call schedule for nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting ammonia-related systems and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate and monitor refrigeration, heating, and PLC controlled equipment.
• Comfort with rotating on‑call night/weekend schedules and travel to other terminals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and operate ammonia refrigeration, storage, loading/unloading systems.
• Work with full life cycle of ammonia processes including refrigeration, heating, instrumentation, PLC control systems, pumps, motors.
• Operate safely while storing and moving products, following environmental standards and compliance.
• Train customers on how to safely load anhydrous ammonia.
• Perform general housekeeping and grounds maintenance.
• Assist the Terminal Leader with compliance documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Computer literacy

Education

Associate’s degree or certificate in maintenance/instrumentation/electrical

Tools

AI tools (Copilot/Claude/ChatGPT)

Job description

Koch Fertilizer, LLC is seeking a motivated and self-driven Operations Technician to join our Ammonia Terminal in Walton, IN. This individual will be responsible for operations and maintenance of an anhydrous ammonia terminal consisting of receipt of ammonia from pipeline, ammonia refrigeration & storage, ammonia heating and aiding with the loading of ammonia transport.

This is a flexible day‑shift position (Monday–Friday) and may include some overnight travel to other terminals. The role requires participation in a rotating on‑call schedule for nights and weekends; the successful candidate must be able to arrive at the terminal within 45 minutes of an on‑call request.

Our Team

Koch Fertilizer, LLC owns network of storage and terminal assets across the Midwest responsible for storage and shipment of anhydrous ammonia and other fertilizer products to customers for agricultural and industrial use.

What You Will Do

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and operate ammonia refrigeration, storage, loading/unloading systems
• Work with full life cycle of ammonia processes including refrigeration, gas fired heating, instrumentation, and PLC control systems, pumps, motors, and loading/unloading product
• Operate through safe work practices while storing and moving products by following environmental standards to ensure continuous compliance
• Train customers on how to safely load anhydrous ammonia
• Perform general housekeeping and grounds maintenance
• Assist the Terminal Leader with compliance documentation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
• Ability to push/pull up to 75lbs
• Ability to grip up to 30lbs
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders at heights of 25ft -100 ft
• Low work including kneeling/squatting
• Stand and walk continuously across varying surfaces (gravel, concrete, asphalt, sod)
• Ability to work outdoors in various types of weather
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas, including a full-faced respirator and Level A Suit
• Ability to be medically approved to participate in the respiratory protection and HAZWOPER programs

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently living within 45mins from the terminal
• Valid driver’s license
• Willing and able to perform physical requirements as listed on this job description
• Experience using computers to complete documentation, training, or operating procedures.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Associate’s degree or certification in a maintenance, instrumentation or electrical related field
• Experience leveraging AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, or similar technologies)
• Experience within an industrial or Military environment
• Water treatment, boiler operations, and basic mechanical equipment repair experience.

This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

• medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).