Air Products

Operations Technician III

Santa Fe Springs, California Full time

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 

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE: APD), a Fortune 500 leader in industrial gases and chemicals, is seeking an experienced Plant Operations Technician to join our operations team at our Santa Fe Springs, CA facility.

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 (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 coverage
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Many more supplemental benefits available

Responsibilities:

The Plant Operations Technician is responsible for controlling and supervising a number of processes in the production of liquid nitrogen, oxygen and argon, including the following:

  • Participate in the basic safety process, sharing responsibility for the site’s overall safety performance.
  • Follow, update, and maintain operating procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of the operations.
  • Issue safety work permits and performs lock out / tag out of various process equipment.
  • Calibration of analyzers for multiple processes.
  • Perform routine maintenance on plant equipment and assist technicians with mechanical repairs, instrument calibrations and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Provide troubleshooting expertise for the production units
  • Supervise trailer loading operations and train loading personnel.
  • Adhere to strict product quality guidelines.
  • Operate unit equipment via DCS.
  • Provide direct work with merchant customers.
  • Support other facilities in the area as required.
  • This role is a safety critical position.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalency.
  • Two-year associate degree in technical field is a plus.
  • Plant process experience and/or Process Technology Degree/Certification a plus.
  • Experience in operations or military background preferred.
  • Electrical, instrument, or mechanical maintenance experience a plus.
  • Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation drawings.
  • Strong mechanical proficiency and/or military experience.
  • Teammate that is flexible and has a positive demeanor.
  • Must have strong computer literacy.
  • Strong oral and written communications skills.
  • Dedication to Safety

Work Hours:

  • Available to work flexible shifts.
  • 12-hour shift schedule.
  • Willing to work overtime as needed.
  • Must be a self-starter and able to work alone.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to climb ladders and steps and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Will be exposed to high noise levels.
  • Be able to meet call-in requirements as needed.
  • Work at elevation required.

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 unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

The hourly rate for this position starts at: $44.14/hr. (8-hour shift).

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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.