Operations Technician/Plant Operator at Air Products

Texas City, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Industrial Gases, Chemicals, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Strong operations proficiency
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to Operational Excellence with a focus on reliable operation
Self-starter with a positive attitude and willing to work in a team environment
Good computer skills to facilitate and operate SAP and Microsoft Office applications
Proven commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Control and monitor the processes that produce hydrogen, nitrogen, and ammonia (e.g., utility systems, compressors, rotating equipment, and DCS operation)
Maintain water chemistry, perform daily operational tasks, and perform preventative maintenance as required
Work directly with the SMR, ASU and NH3 loop operations site supervisors as well as the shift team lead, pipeline department, and Customer Service Center (CSC) to monitor the operation of the facility, as well as the site utilities
Adhere to operating, communication and decision-making protocols to address real time supply/demand balance changes
Support operation priorities daily for the ASU, SMR and NH3 plants based on overall system status, request rate, maintenance activities etc
Call out process, safety, or other issues to the appropriate parties per protocol
Follow the requirements outlined in the operator progression guide
Ensure training for oneself is up to date, including but not limited to, worker safety policies, facility processes, operating procedures, troubleshooting and operational discipline
Understand, support, and implement as required the Emergency Response procedures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Plant OperationsEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingSafety ProceduresEmergency ProceduresSteam Methane ReformerAir Separation UnitAmmonia Production

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Operations Technician role?

Air Products offers affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day 1, 401k with company match, annual bonuses, paid vacation, holidays, sick time, paid parental leave up to 8 weeks, and many more supplemental benefits.

Is this Operations Technician position remote or on-site?

This is an on-shift position at the Gulf Coast Ammonia facility in Texas City, TX, operating on a 24/7 basis, requiring on-site presence.

What are the required skills for the Operations Technician role?

Required skills include strong operations proficiency, strong written and verbal communication skills, commitment to operational excellence and safety, self-starter attitude, willingness to work in a team, and good computer skills for SAP and Microsoft Office.

What is the company culture like at Air Products?

Air Products fosters a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard and everyone feels they belong, with a focus on safety, diversity, collaboration, innovation, and building a sustainable tomorrow.

What makes a strong candidate for this Plant Operator position?

Strong candidates will have operations proficiency, excellent communication skills, a commitment to safety and operational excellence, a positive team-oriented attitude, and experience with DCS operation, compressors, and rotating equipment.