Plant Operations Technician – 24/7 Safety & Reliability

Air-Products; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

Air Products is seeking an Operations Technician / Plant Operator for the Gulf Coast Ammonia facility in Texas City. The role supports SMR, ASU and NH3 operations, maintaining water chemistry, performing daily tasks, and ensuring reliability.

The job operates on a 24/7 shift basis with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. You will work with the shift team and site supervisors to monitor equipment, follow procedures, and contribute to emergency planning and training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certificate in process technology or maintenance preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing/production/chemical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control processes producing hydrogen, nitrogen, and ammonia.
• Maintain water chemistry and perform daily tasks and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with SMR, ASU, NH3 loop supervisors and shift team leads.
• Follow operating, communication and decision protocols for supply/demand balance.
• Support safety, training, and emergency response plans; participate in drills.
• Escalate safety and process issues per protocol; ensure safe work practices.
• Understand environmental permits and act as Hazmat responder when needed.
• Assist in investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Operations aptitude

Communication skills

Team player

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Process technology certificate (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Air Products is seeking an Operations Technician / Plant Operator for the Gulf Coast Ammonia facility in Texas City. The role supports SMR, ASU and NH3 operations, maintaining water chemistry, performing daily tasks, and ensuring reliability.

The job operates on a 24/7 shift basis with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. You will work with the shift team and site supervisors to monitor equipment, follow procedures, and contribute to emergency planning and training.