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OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN

Job Description and Qualifications :

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, is seeking an experienced ­Plant ­Operations Technician for its Butler, PA facility.

You will be responsible for controlling and monitoring a number of processes in the production of gaseous hydrogen.

Daily activities include, but not limited to the following:

- Actively participate in the basic safety process, sharing responsibility for the site’s overall safety performance.
- Maintain operation of plant; assist in plant equipment mechanical repairs, instrument calibrations and electrical troubleshooting.
- Follow, update and maintain operating procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of the operations.
- Provide troubleshooting expertise for the production units
- Oversee trailer loading operations.
- Maintain site and corporate Quality and Plant Safety programs.

Qualifications / Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalency
- A two year technical degree is preferred but not required.
- Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing/production, processing or chemical/ petrochemical environment or equivalent
- Strong mechanical aptitude and/or military experience
- Experience in operations, maintenance, or monitoring of industrial process plants.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Team player that is flexible and has a positive attitude
- Strong computer skills

Shift Requirements:

- 12 hour rotating shift schedule
- Must be willing to work weekends and overtime as needed
- Must be willing to take 24 hour on call responsibilities for the Butler plant as well as other smaller plants in the area on a rotating basis.
- Must be a self starter and willing 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
- Elevated work required

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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.  

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