Operations Technician

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world. 

Reimagine What’s Possible 

We are seeking a Operations Technician at our Port Arthur, TX facility. The Port Arthur facility includes two Steam Methane Reformers (SMRs) with integrated gas turbine generators, as well as CO₂ capture systems at both SMRs, supporting enhanced oil recovery.

The site is connected to an existing hydrogen pipeline system that spans from New Orleans to the Houston Ship Channel, supplying hydrogen to an integrated network serving customers across the Gulf Coast.

As an operator, you are responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment within the facility. The primary function of this role is to provide technical, hands-on support to continuously improve plant operations, maintenance, mechanical equipment integrity, reliability, cost efficiency, and overall on-stream performance.

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

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributions
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
  

Responsibilities

• Participate in core safety processes as an active member of the Site Safety Committee, sharing responsibility for overall site safety performance
• Support day-to-day plant operations to meet on-stream, production, and reliability targets
• Investigate equipment failures, determine root causes, and recommend solutions to prevent recurrence or eliminate issues
• Maintain error-free execution by paying close attention to detail and completing work to the highest standard; apply a continuous improvement mindset
• Assist in the planning and execution of minor and major shutdowns, providing technical, hands-on support as needed
• Provide troubleshooting expertise for production units
• Follow established operating procedures
• Promote and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Certificate in process technology or a maintenance-related field (preferred), or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, processing, or chemical/petrochemical environment; candidates with SkillsUSA participation are encouraged to apply
• Students with a background in Industrial Systems, Electromechanical Technology, Process Technology, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation Technology are encouraged to apply.
• Strong mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical proficiency preferred
• Experience with pumps, mechanical seals, vessels, exchangers, gear drives, compressors, rotating equipment, and/or electrical/instrumentation systems is a plus
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Willingness to work weekends and participate in an on-call rotation as needed
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Experience with plant/refinery instrumentation and electrical systems strongly preferred
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office
• This is a safety-sensitive position
  
  

Work Hours

• Must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, and participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently on nights, weekends, and holidays
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Must be able to meet call-in requirements as needed
• Must be comfortable working at elevated heights
  
  

Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans offer. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the outstanding strengths and experiences that veterans contribute and 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. 

Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.