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How much do catalyst technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for catalyst technician in the United States is $25.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Catalyst Technician job?

A Catalyst Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and replacing catalyst materials used in industrial chemical processes, such as refining and petrochemical production. They ensure that catalysts function efficiently by performing inspections, handling hazardous materials safely, and following strict operational procedures. The role often involves working in confined spaces and adhering to safety regulations to prevent contamination or inefficiencies in chemical reactions.

What does a typical day look like for a Catalyst Technician, and how do they interact with other teams?

As a Catalyst Technician, your day often involves preparing and testing catalyst samples, monitoring test reactions, and recording detailed experimental data. You’ll work closely with chemical engineers, research scientists, and quality control teams to ensure testing protocols are followed and results meet project objectives. Collaboration and clear communication with other departments are key, as you may assist in troubleshooting issues or recommending adjustments based on your findings. The role offers a dynamic environment where teamwork and continuous learning are encouraged, providing opportunities for skill development and career advancement within laboratory operations or process engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Catalyst Technician position, and why are they important?

A Catalyst Technician typically needs a background in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related technical field, along with hands-on experience in laboratory or industrial settings. Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, catalyst testing equipment, safety procedures, and standard operating protocols is essential, and certifications such as HAZMAT or OSHA may be beneficial. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial to ensure safe, efficient catalyst handling and testing, precise data recording, and seamless team collaboration in high-stakes industrial environments.

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Infographic showing various Catalyst Technician job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,099 per year, or $25 per hour.
Catalyst Handling Technician Level 2

Catalyst Handling Technician Level 2

CATALYST HANDLING RESOURCES LLC

Saint Amant, LA

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

The role of the Catalyst Technician level 2 is to safely and efficiently remove catalyst from reactors, using gravity unload, or vessel entry and vacuum technology. Entry can be under inert (IDLH) conditions. The Catalyst Technician level 2 can safely and efficiently remove catalyst from single bed reactors and conduct basic mechanical activities inside the vessel.

  • Under supervision, demonstrate ability to correctly remove catalyst from single bed reactors, tubular reactors or reformers, following all CHR confined space and inert entry procedures 
  • Under supervision, set up equipment, including safe rigging-up and securing vacuum pipe, vacuum hose, umbillicals and other items to the reactor.  
  • Communicate progress and is able to identify possible issues and work with Top Supervisor on solutions
  • Competent in use of vacuum or gravity dump to transfer catalyst from within vessel, in normal and inert conditions
  • Able to conduct basic mechanical activities inside the reactor
  • Under supervision, load single/multibed reactors, tubular reactors and reformers, re-install tray sections and hardware
  • Under supervision, operate an unloading cyclone, use screening equipment and package catalyst

Required Qualifications:

  • Inert entry certification
  • Current negative hair follicle test
  • TWIC-card
  • Good background score to be able to enter all client facilities
  • DOT Physical
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Confined space entry certification
  • Plant required course and certifications
  • Respirator fittest
  • All refinery required courses and certificates
  • Rigger basic or advanced
  • Basic fitter

Desired:

  • Forklift certificate
  • Current and valid driver license
  • Bolt-up/Torquing basic (HSCA)
  • Basic NCCER Rigger certificate
  • Controlled bolting training certificate
  • CHR vacuum certificate
  • Current and valid driver license
  • Forklift

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Some knowledge of reactors and internals
  • Knows CHR and client Confined space and inert entry procedures
  • Some mechanical skills (basic tasks)
  • Fit for work / physically able to fit through 20' manways and work inside confined space for sustainable period of time in protective clothing and helmet
  • Communicate clearly in English
  • Use video recording devices
  • Work safely and methodically
  • Work well in a team

Experience:

2 years as entry level technician (CHT-3) and conducted confined space entries in normal atmosphere.

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