Operations Technician

At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. The Odessa site operates an Air Separation Unit (ASU) that produces medical‑, food‑, and industrial‑grade nitrogen. In this role, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring nitrogen production processes, including utility systems, compressors, rotating equipment, and Distributed Control System (DCS) operations. The position is an 8‑hour shift with required rotating on‑call coverage for nights and weekends, and reports to the Site Manager.
What’s In It for You

Competitive pay and excellent benefits.
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

Perform preventative maintenance tasks, safety inspections, and plant log readings.
Maintain online training program requirements.
Maintain water chemistry.
Use DCS trends and various indicators to solve plant process upsets.
Inspect all work areas on a continuous basis for mechanical problems, safety hazards, and unusual operating conditions.
Keep work and storage areas safe, clean, and orderly.
Perform troubleshooting on equipment.
Issue safety work permits and perform lock‑out/tag‑out of various process equipment.
Ensure all plant safety, health, environmental and quality procedures are followed.
Attend and contribute to monthly safety meetings.
Assist in reviewing and updating operating procedures as required.
Dedication to Operational Excellence with a focus on safe and reliable operation.
Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in operations, maintenance, or monitoring of industrial process plants.
Ability to read/understand piping and instrumentation drawings.
Electrical, instrument or mechanical maintenance experience.
Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A teammate who is flexible and has a positive demeanor.
Desire and ability to work in a team environment.
Dedication to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.
This is a safety sensitive position.
E‑EO and Veteran Support

Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans provide. We actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company and foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.
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 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.

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