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What is the difference between Trainee Hydrogen Plant Operator vs Hydrogen Plant Operator?

AspectTrainee Hydrogen Plant OperatorHydrogen Plant Operator
CertificationsBasic safety and technical training, often in progressAdvanced certifications, licenses, and experience
Work EnvironmentSupervised, training-focused, entry-levelOperational, independent, responsible for plant performance
Job ResponsibilitiesLearning procedures, assisting with tasksMonitoring systems, troubleshooting, ensuring safety

The main difference is experience and responsibility. Trainee Hydrogen Plant Operators are in training, focusing on learning and assisting, while Hydrogen Plant Operators are fully responsible for plant operations with established certifications and experience.

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Plant Operator - Hydrogen

Plant Operator - Hydrogen

Plug Power, Inc.

Woodbine, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Plug Power rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

374th of 485 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Operator, Hydrogen
Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Department: Hydrogen, Woodbine,GA
Position Summary:
The Hydrogen Operator is responsible for monitoring plant equipment and systems daily to ensure proper operation. The Operator will screen systems and equipment for issues and will resolve as needed. The ideal candidate must understand equipment operating principles, operating parameters, interlocks, alarms, and how the equipment functions within its respective system. This role will work in all areas of the facility which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Hydrogen Operator must have exceptional attention to detail, mechanical aptitude and must understand the purpose and function of the equipment and systems within the plant. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, able to multi-task and willing to learn and adapt within a fast-paced growing organization.
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: Education and Experience
  • 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
  • Ability 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

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