Operations Technician

Operations TechnicianOur client is seeking an Operations Technician to support the startup, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of ultra-high purity nitrogen plants. This role plays an important part in ensuring safe, reliable plant performance, maintaining customer supply, responding to operational needs, and supporting day-to-day production and maintenance activities in a highly regulated industrial environment.Responsibilities:Start up and operate ultra-high purity nitrogen plants, including air separation units.Adjust plant operations using process control systems to meet production demands.Complete operational and maintenance tasks as part of an onsite team.Respond to plant alarms during nights and weekends while on call.Perform daily rounds, record readings, and calibrate onsite gas analyzers.Manage cryogenic tank inventories and support customer supply requirements.Complete preventative maintenance work orders according to the published schedule.Maintain compressors, piping systems, cooling water systems, and facility equipment.Troubleshoot cryogenic gas systems and interpret P&IDs.Follow all HSE standards and maintain strong safety practices at all times.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED required.1+ year of related operations experience.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google software, and operator interface consoles/HMIs.Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders and stairs as needed.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with cryogenic gas systems, air separation units, or industrial plant operations.Experience performing preventative maintenance in a manufacturing, utilities, or process plant environment.Ability to read and interpret P&IDs.Hands-on troubleshooting experience with compressors, piping systems, cooling water systems, or related plant equipment.