Operations Technician / Plant Operator

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Reimagine What’s Possible 

We are seeking a highly motivated and safety-conscious Operations Technician to join our operations team at the HyCO4 facility in LaPorte, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring the processes to produce hydrogen (e.g., steam system, compressors, rotating equipment, and DCS operation), performing equipment inspections and minor maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to following safety protocols.

HyCO4 is a new facility construction project, anticipated to be in commissioning and online in Spring 2026. It is an expansion and partner facility to the existing HyCO3 plant which has been in operation since 1996. The La Porte HyCO4 facility will be the newest production plant in our Gulf Coast Hydrogen pipeline network and a key expansion for our Houston Area Carbon Monoxide system. The HyCO4 facility incorporates many of the newest and most cutting-edge technologies anywhere in the world to create sustainable, low-carbon, Hydrogen while also capturing and commercializing Carbon Monoxide, rather than emitting Carbon Dioxide to the atmosphere. The HyCO4 plant is a step into the future for Air Products, the industrial gas industry, and a sustainable energy future for America.

This role is a safety sensitive position.

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 great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid Vacation, holidays sick time
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Many more supplemental benefits available
  
  

Required Skills / Abilities

• Ability to read/understand piping and instrumentation drawings.
• Electrical, instrument or mechanical maintenance experience a plus.
• Ability to work rotating shifts (day and night shifts).
• Willing to work holidays and weekends.
• Desire and ability to work in a team environment.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Fulfill both outside and inside operations tasks to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the facility.
• Issue Safety Work Permits, implement Lock-Out/Tag Out, and manage field execution of maintenance contractors while working in the facility.
• Follow Site Work Instruction Manuals and adhere to Environmental, Health & Safety Standards.
• Work with various engineering functions to solve plant process issues and maximize the efficiency of the unit.
• Perform routine rounds and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform water treatment tests for various boiler and cooling water systems.
• Maintain training program requirements and certifications.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at heights / Climb ladders and steps.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Look at and read a computer screen for several hours per shift.
• Meet call-in requirements, as needed.
• Occasionally work on elevated platforms (permanent and temporary).
• Work in all weather conditions.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Process Technology certificate or degree is a plus.
• Previous work history in industrial gas, refining, or petrochemical facilities.
  
  

Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the table. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future. 

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment. 

 

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. 

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