Process Operator III

About AIRCO
AIRCO is a world leader in carbon conversion technology paving the way to global energy security by transforming CO into a valuable resource. Its proprietary AIRMADE Technology is an adaptable platform that allows any industry to efficiently produce highdemand fullyformulated synthetic fuels from waste CO and hydrogen.

The company has commercial partnerships with airlines including JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic amongst others and has been awarded multiple government contracts including with NASA and the United States Department of Defenses Defense Innovation Unit. The company has received industry recognition through awards such as Time Best Inventions Inc. Best in Business Fast Company World Changing Ideas and the XPrize for Carbon Removal.

AIRCOs many accolades include winning the prestigious Green Chemistry Challenge Award from the Environmental Protection Agency in October 2023 an award given to organizations that reinvent processes to reduce the generation of hazardous substances and byproducts. AIRCO was also recently declared a winner for the World Economic Forum UpLink Sustainable Aviation Challenge which accelerates the development of promising technology pathways that enable widespread uptake of SAF.

The Position

We are seeking Process Operators (level I II & III) to join our team. These roles will report to our Senior Plant Manager or Pilot Plant Manager. Process Operators will support the Operations team at AIR COMPANYs Innovation Center and AIR COMPANYs Air Factory based in Brooklyn NY.

What you get to do

Operation and Maintenance:

• Safely startup operate monitor and shutdown process equipment including fixed bed flow reactors and auxiliary reactor systems at lab pilot and production scales.
• Operate tertiary electrolyzer and compressor systems for H production.
• Adjust test and operate pumps valves controls and other components of systems.
• Monitor record and interpret process parameters and deviations as required on Honeywell Experion software.
• Respond quickly to shortterm business priorities and technology decision points by executing quick fabrication and setup for various research test systems.
• Monitor and complete regular preventative maintenance tasks filter changes sensor calibrations etc.

Safety and Quality:

• Follow and contribute to safe work processes and safe operating procedures (SOPs).
• Contribute to achieve acceptable quality standards R&D scale testing and production uptime greater than 90.

Data Management and Troubleshooting:

• Obtain data exports and perform various calculations as required.
• Maintain accurate and detailed logbooks of operational activities.
• In coordination with managers troubleshooting and light repair of process equipment as well as coordinating with third party contractors where required.
• Assist with system upgrades and improvements.
• Assist with scaling up of Air Companys reactor technology.
• Coordinate transportation and handling of inbound and outbound hazardous chemicals.

Shift Flexibility:

• Flexible to work 12hr day and night shifts to maintain a 24/7 continuous operational cycle.
• Coordinate shift handovers effectively providing detailed information to the incoming shift.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work in potentially loud environments/different physical environments

• Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to do the following: lift and carry 50 pounds stand and walk for sustained periods; climb stairs and ladders; bend; reach; push; pull.
• Hazards require the use of personal protective equipment (i.e. hard hat safety glasses hearing protection and safety shoes).

What you bring to AIR COMPANY

• HS diploma and/or industry specific training/experience required
• Veterans and candidates with 2yr technology certificates or degrees are encouraged to apply
• Experience operating chemical reaction systems or other pressure equipment
• Experience in operating or and maintaining engineering equipment for chemical or petrochemical facilities
• Experience working 12 hr shift work rotations in support of 24/7 operations
• Familiar with safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals
• Ability to work proactively and independently with an eagerness to learn
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn and use specialized complex software
• Team player with a strong passion for fostering a safe collaborative work environment
• Interest in sustainability technology science cultural progress and startup environments
• Must be able to complete FDNY Certificate of Fitness exams (A35 G98 C92 and G79 within 6 months of employment

Bonus Points

• Research and development or process improvement experience.
• Gas to liquids operations experience.

Compensation Range: $30.00 $34.00/hr. This position is overtimeeligible.

Position type and expected hours of work: Full time position be willing to work any day of the week and be flexible to off shift and/or rotating shifts as applicable or assigned. Overtime may be required.

The approximate compensation range and benefits listed may vary based on the applicants experience skills abilities and relevant industry expertise.

At Air Company we value employees for their unique perspectives. We are an inclusive affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth pregnancyrelated conditions and lactation) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status present or past history of intellectual learning mental or physical disability (including but not limited to blindness) unless Air Company determines that such disability prevents performance of the work involved genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At AIR COMPANY we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position requires access to technology software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions due to export controls security classification and/or designation as Controlled Unclassified Information. Employment in this position is conditioned on the candidates ability to obtain and maintain appropriate government authorization to access technology or information to the extent required including without limitation a security clearance export license or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items technology or information.

We may delay commencement of employment rescind an offer of employment terminate employment and/or modify job responsibilities compensation benefits and/or access to Company facilities and information systems as we deem appropriate in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Working at Air Company

In addition to standard medical and dental benefits that kick in Day 1 we are:

• A peoplefirst climate solutions company driven to move society to a more sustainable future
• A unified team of climate optimists with an exceptional and diverse range of backgrounds
• Committed to fostering collaboration with a team that believes in the power of science and that business can be used as a force for good

We also provide:

Comprehensive Health Benefits

• Full coverage for employee base premiums on health dental and vision insurance.
• 70 coverage for spouse and dependent base premiums.
• Choose between base plans or enhanced options to meet your needs.

Health Savings & Flexibility

• Access companysponsored HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Income Protection & Insurance

• Companypaid ShortTerm Disability insurance.
• Optional LongTerm Disability and Life Insurance plans.

Time Off & Holidays

• Up to 184 hours of paid time off per year.
• 11 companypaid holidays including overtime pay for holiday work.
• Generous paid sick leave.

Retirement Savings

• Taxdeferred 401(k) plan with a 3 company match to help you invest in your future.

Commuter Benefits

• Pretax savings on transit and parking plus monthly company contributions.

Additional Perks

• • Ancillary benefits including pet insurance and financial wellness programs.
  • Employee wellness program to support your wellbeing.
  • Sponsored team events and diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
  • Weekly catered lunch every Wednesday.