Process Operator III

About AIRCO
AIRCO is a world leader in carbon conversion technology paving the way to global energy security by transforming CO₂ into a valuable resource. Its proprietary AIRMADE Technology is an adaptable platform that allows any industry to efficiently produce high-demand fully-formulated synthetic fuels from waste CO₂ 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 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 to join our team at AIRCOs New Britain PA facility. This role will report to the Project Installation Manager and play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our production systems.

What you get to do

Operations & Maintenance:

• Start up operate monitor and shut down reactor systems across lab pilot and production scales.
• Operate tertiary equipment and H₂ compressor systems.
• Adjust test and operate pumps valves and controls.
• Monitor and interpret process data using Honeywell Experion.
• Execute quick fabrication supporting system upgrades scaling and research setups allowing for quick response to short term business priorities and technology decision points.

Safety & Quality:

• Follow SOPs and safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals.
• Contribute to achieving 90% production uptime.

Data & 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 & Work Environment:

• Work 12-hour rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation.
• Conduct detailed shift handovers.
• Work in loud varied environments; lift 50 lbs climb stairs/ladders.
• Use PPE (hard hat safety glasses hearing protection safety shoes).

What you bring to AIRCO

• High school diploma and/or industry-specific training or experience required.
• Veterans and candidates with 2-year technology certificates or degrees are encouraged to apply.
• Experience operating chemical reaction systems or other pressure equipment.
• Background in operating and maintaining engineering equipment in chemical or petrochemical facilities.
• Experience working 12-hour shift rotations to support 24/7 operations.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to work proactively and independently with an eagerness to learn.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn and use specialized software.
• Team player with a strong passion for fostering a safe collaborative work environment.
• Interest in sustainability technology science and startups.
• Must be able to obtain any necessary certifications if required.

Bonus Points

• Experience in research and development (R&D) or process improvement.
• Hands-on gas-to-liquids (GTL) operations experience.

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.

Working at AIRCO - In addition to standard medical and dental benefits that kick in Day 1 we 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 company-sponsored HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Income Protection & Insurance

• Company-paid Short-Term Disability insurance.
• Optional Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.

Time Off & Holidays

• Up to 184 hours of paid time off per year.
• 11 company-paid holidays including overtime pay for holiday work.

At AIRCO 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 pregnancy-related 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 AIRCO 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 AIRCO 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.

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