Operations Technician III

At Air Products, we reimagine what’s possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.

Reimagine What’s Possible 

Do you enjoy working in a plant environment? Are you a hands-on, safety-minded person who enjoys solving problems?

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases, has an immediate opening for a Plant Operator at its production facility in Galt, CA.

The Plant Operations Technician is responsible for controlling and monitoring a number of processes in the production of liquid and gaseous nitrogen, oxygen and argon.

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 the site’s basic safety processes, contributing to overall safety performance
• Operate and maintain the plant; assist with mechanical repairs, instrument calibration, and electrical troubleshooting
• Follow, update, and maintain operating procedures to support safe and efficient operations
• Provide troubleshooting support for production units
• Supervise trailer loading operations and train loading personnel
• Support other facilities in the area as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two-year Associate degree in a technical field (preferred)
• Plant process experience and/or Process Technology degree/certification (preferred)
• Instrumentation and/or IT experience (preferred)
• Strong mechanical skill and/or military experience
• Strong dedication to safety
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Self-starter who can work independently
• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Team-oriented with a flexible and positive demeanor

Shift:

• 8-hour shift schedule
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to participate in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs and lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Will be exposed to high noise levels
• Ability to meet call-in requirements as needed
• Ability to work at elevated heights

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $45.61 to $57.67 per hour.

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.

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Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.
  
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.  

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