Plant Operator – 12-Hour Shifts with Competitive Pay & Benefits

Airgas

Chester (VA)

On-site

USD 35,817 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a Plant Technician Operator in Chester, VA, to join our Merchant Gas production facility. This role focuses on optimal plant production, safety compliance, and maintenance of equipment.

We seek candidates with 2-3 years of experience in industrial settings and a high school diploma. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive health insurance, and a supportive family leave policy.

Qualifications

  • 2–3 years of industrial plant/cryogenic plant experience preferred.
  • Experience troubleshooting equipment in a plant environment.
  • Understanding of refrigeration systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the operation and stewardship of air separation plants.
  • Maintain strict regulatory compliance for safety.
  • Facilitate operation and support of processing plants.

Skills

Understanding of control valve functions
Troubleshooting equipment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cryogenic plant experience
Water Treatment knowledge

Job description

Airgas is hiring a Plant Technician Operator in Chester, VA, to join our Merchant Gas production facility. This role focuses on optimal plant production, safety compliance, and maintenance of equipment.

We seek candidates with 2-3 years of experience in industrial settings and a high school diploma. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive health insurance, and a supportive family leave policy.

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