HyCo Relief Operator - McIntosh, AL

Matheson•McIntosh, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Matheson is hiring a HYCO Plant Relief Operator for an introductory operations role. The operator will learn the fundamentals of hydrogen plant operations, including outside shift logs, duties, and requirements, and will provide coverage for operator vacations. Coverage may involve day, night, and weekend shifts, generally with at least two weeks’ notice. The role is expected to average approximately 40 hours per week, though hours may vary with coverage needs. During periods with little or no vacation coverage, the operator will assist the operations and maintenance team with daily tasks. The position may lead to a regular Operations Technician role based on aptitude, work ethic, learning ability, and contributions to site safety, performance, and reliability. The operator will develop the knowledge needed to operate and maintain a steam methane reformer and related equipment, monitor plant processes and equipment, and support safe and reliable plant operations. Duties include plant rounds, log sheets, water sampling, oil and chemical transfers, housekeeping, maintenance activities, plant start-up and shutdown assistance, and applying work permit, lockout/tagout, and energy-isolation procedures. The role also involves interpreting plant diagrams and manuals, evaluating equipment performance, keeping records, and communicating with team members, vendors, safety personnel, and management. The position requires reliable work on 12-hour rotating shifts, availability for on-call duty, and the ability to work overtime for scheduled maintenance turnaround work and emergency call-ins. Travel to other HYCO plants may be required to support operations or maintenance. The employer is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related discipline from an accredited junior college, or equivalent training from a technical school and/or related job experience.
Basic math skills, including algebra, fractions, percentages, and unit conversions.
General computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email, and other company software used for daily reporting.
Basic understanding of electrical hazards and safety.
Strong mechanical or electrical aptitude.
Ability to learn and access plant mechanical, process and instrumentation diagrams, Cause and Effect diagrams, the plant Operations Manual, and equipment manuals.
Working knowledge of industrial safety, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out, Personal Protective Equipment, and job permitting.
Ability to reliably work 12-hour rotating shifts and be available for on-call duty.
Ability to reliably work overtime for scheduled plant maintenance turnaround work and unscheduled emergency call-in work.
Ability to review and successfully complete online and hands-on plant training to become a fully qualified Lone Operator.
Ability to travel to other HYCO plants for operations or maintenance support.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience in an industrial plant operations or maintenance department; this experience is preferred but not required.
Industrial plant operations or maintenance experience is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Learn the operation and maintenance of a steam methane reformer and associated equipment, including plant water chemistry.
Monitor plant processes and outside equipment; make rounds, complete log sheets, take water samples, transfer oil and chemicals, and maintain housekeeping.
Promote a safe work environment by participating in safety meetings, maintaining clean work areas, identifying hazards, and reporting incidents and unsafe conditions.
Learn to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Drawings to understand operations and equipment and help troubleshoot system anomalies.
Evaluate equipment performance and maintain appropriate records.
Follow company work policies and participate in safe-work practices.
Participate in regular and shutdown maintenance activities and updates to plant equipment and work instructions.
Apply work permits, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, and energy-isolation procedures for company and contractor personnel.
Communicate effectively with team members, vendors, safety personnel, and management.
Assist with safely starting and stopping plants according to operating conditions and business needs.
Cover operator vacation shifts, including day, night, and weekend shifts, and assist operations and maintenance teams with daily tasks when coverage is not needed.
Complete online computer-based and hands-on plant training to become a qualified Lone Operator.
Travel to other HYCO plants to support operations or maintenance activities.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with company policies and standards.