Operations Technician/ Plant Operator

Air Products•Texas City, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Air Products is seeking an experienced Operations Technician / Plant Operator for its Gulf Coast Ammonia facility in Texas City, Texas. The facility includes a Steam Methane Reformer, Air Separation Plant, Ammonia Plant, and associated utilities, and supplies ammonia to a customer. The facility is owned by Air Products and Gulf Coast Ammonia, with Air Products serving as operator. It operates on a 24/7 basis. This rotating, on-shift role supports the shift operations team by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment and the facility. The technician also supports the development of operating, safety, emergency, communication, and work-process procedures and the site's pursuit of operational excellence through operational discipline. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to five years of work experience in a manufacturing, production, processing, chemical, or petrochemical environment.
Strong operations aptitude.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to operational excellence, reliable operations, and operational discipline.
Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment.
Good computer skills, including the ability to use SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
Proven commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Valid driver's license.
Availability to work a 12-hour rotating shift that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
Willingness to work overtime as needed, meet call-in requirements, and be on call.
Ability to climb ladders and steps and lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to perform elevated work and enter confined spaces.
Ability to wear self-contained and air-purifying respiratory protection; must be clean-shaven.
Willingness to work at a tobacco-free facility.
Must pass an OSHA-approved ERT physical.

Nice To Haves

Certificate in process technology or a maintenance field.
Previous pipeline controller experience.

Responsibilities

Control and monitor processes producing hydrogen, nitrogen, and/or ammonia, including utility systems, compressors, rotating equipment, and DCS operations.
Maintain water chemistry, perform daily operational tasks, and complete preventative maintenance as required.
Work with SMR, ASU, and NH3 loop operations site supervisors, the shift team lead, pipeline department, and Customer Service Center to monitor facility and utility operations.
Follow operating, communication, and decision-making protocols when addressing real-time supply and demand changes.
Support daily operating priorities for the ASU, SMR, and NH3 plants based on system status, request rate, maintenance activities, and other factors.
Escalate process, safety, environmental, and other issues to appropriate parties according to protocol.
Keep required training current, including worker safety policies, facility processes, operating procedures, troubleshooting, and operational discipline.
Support and execute the Emergency Response Plan for the site and areas where APCI-operated pipelines run; participate in facility emergency drills.
Assist with investigations of injuries, environmental excursions or releases, cost of non-conformance, and near-miss incidents.
Follow and enforce safe work procedures and operational discipline practices with the operations team and contractors.
Understand facility environmental permits and escalate environmental incidents.
Serve as a HAZMAT Technician during emergencies involving leaks or spills.
Understand interactions and transitions among facility units during upsets and assist with implementing best practices.
Comply with site programs, including the Zero Leak Program, IRR Program, Hearing Conservation Program, HAZMAT Technician, and Respirator Program.
Execute work accurately and to a high standard, applying continuous improvement to daily work.
Provide technical and hands-on support during shutdowns and troubleshooting support for production units.
Demonstrate competency with Safety Work Permits and Hot Work Safety Permits.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first day 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 for medical and dependent daycare expenses.
Health Savings Account.
Life insurance, including AD&D and supplemental AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Competitive pay.