Operations Specialist

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We are seeking an Operations Specialist for our West Coast Green Hydrogen Plant and associated equipment in Casa Grande, AZ. The plant consists of Alkaline Water Electrolysis (AWE) and 10 ton per day liquid hydrogen plant supplying green liquid hydrogen for various customers throughout the region. The facility will use two large industrial scale electrolyzers to produce gaseous hydrogen, which will be converted to liquid hydrogen using Air Products' proprietary technology. The site will also include an ultra-high purity water production unit and a terminal for distributing product to customer locations throughout California and other markets.

The Operations Specialist will be primarily focused on the AWE hydrogen production and ultra-high purity water unit, while supporting the Operations Site Supervisor in the 24/7 operations of the facility. This individual will track KPI's and improvements for the hydrogen facility. This person should have a strong background in instrumentation, electrical, PLC's, and an intermediate understanding of ultra-high purity water processing plants. The candidate must be self-motivated, safety conscious, a good communicator, along with good organizational skills. The Operations Specialist will be different than the Operations Site Supervisor in that they will facilitate more of a technologist role in electrolysis to produce hydrogen. This individual and Operations Site Supervisor will work together to successfully run and maintain the plant.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Safety performance and actively participating in the Basic Safety Process (BSP)
• Provide technical support and leadership to facilitate the development and performance of the maintenance department
• Promote and support engineering both within the organization and equipment vendors through effective communications
• Perform and maintain all administrative responsibilities, with an emphasis in tracking equipment performance to establish planned maintenance activities
• Support the Operations Site Supervisor in all aspects of the day-to-day operation, including troubleshooting plant process, instrument, controls, and electrical problems, coordinating maintenance activities, driving plant efficiency and plant projects
• Support in the leading, training, and mentoring of eight plant operators, one I&E, and one maintenance technician in the production of liquid hydrogen
• Identifying maintenance concerns, developing, and implementing corrective/preventive measures

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Strong electrical, instrumentation and process background
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient PC/Microsoft skills
• Experience in DCS systems
• Flexible for night and weekend call-ins for technical support as required
• Plan, organize, lead, mentor and develop resources
• Sort and analyze data to detect and improve failure trends
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and climb ladders
• Clean driving record required
• SAP knowledge a plus
• This is a safety sensitive position and be able to wear appropriate PPE and be able to physically perform all tasks in the field.

Education/experience:

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience required
• Trade School or Technical degree a plus but not required
• 5-10 years of operations experience
• Industrial plant, power generation, gas, and/or chemical process operations experience are preferred
• Military candidates and veterans are encouraged to apply! This position would be best suited for Junior Officer/CWO/LDO or Non-commissioned Officers with specific focus on a technical leadership background. Examples would be, but not limited to, experience in propulsion systems, engineering fields, nuclear power.

Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication,andleadership that veterans bring to the table. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourageand welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company.We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplacethat honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

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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.

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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.

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