Plant Operator - Hydrogen

Core Duties And Responsibilities

• Check and monitor plant equipment and systems daily to ensure proper operation and detect problems as they occur.
• This includes checking oil levels, pressures, temperatures, flows, unusual noises, vibration, overheating, leaks, cleanliness, etc.
• Responsible for normal operation, startup, and shutdown of all major and auxiliary equipment and systems in the plant following approved operating procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment such as changing oil, greasing, changing filters, filtering oil, cleaning (e.g. nozzles, water boxes, strainers, etc.), adjusting packing, etc.
• Follow emergency procedures during periods of abnormal operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system problems as needed, resolving or creating work requests for those problems that cannot be resolved by operations.
• Inspect equipment and be able to identify problems.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate records.
• Assure that the daily log and other plant records are filled out in a timely and accurate manner (all outputs, consumptions and rates).
• Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and the administrative maintenance of plant operating manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams and preventive/predictive maintenance records.
• Provide input to plant improvement in an effort to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and plant procedures.
• Execute productivity ideas and best practices to keep plant costs down.
• Work safely and effectively within a team environment, ensuring positive communication.
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or GED
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior experience in a manufacturing operation or chemical industry preferred
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to work in inclement weather for short periods of time
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
• Ability to wear all required safety equipment and work in confined spaces
• Ability to pass a respirator physical and wear all personal protective equipment (e.g., mask, glasses, etc.)
• Work a 12-hour swing shift schedule which includes days, nights, weekends and some holidays
• Mechanical or electrical experience – trade related in Industrial Maintenance or Operations (e.g., factory, plant operations, power plant, hydrogen, gas or nuclear facility operations)
• Experience and ability operating and monitoring electric generators, chillers, compressors, and auxiliary equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, etc.) preferred
• Knowledge in making necessary equipment adjustments, log significant observations, record daily meter readings and maintain daily operating logs
• Able to prioritize and execute responsibilities effectively
• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, decision making and leadership skills
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
• A good working knowledge of PC computers, email, and work management software