Full-Time

Gas Plant Production Technician

Updated on 9/12/2026

Air Liquide

Air Liquide

10,001+ employees

Produces and supplies industrial gases globally

Compensation Overview

$30 - $35/hr

Phoenix, AZ, USA

In Person

Some travel to support other U.S. plants during turnarounds, outages, and commissioning.

Bachelor's, Associate's

Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Six or more years of technical training or operations experience.
  • Ability to work extended hours and shift work as business needs dictate.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays to meet shift and on-call requirements.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Knowledge and understanding of instrumentation, rotating equipment, and piping systems.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants, including Process Safety Management, Environmental Protection Agency regulations, Food and Drug Administration regulations, and state and local regulations.
  • Knowledge of proper methods for locking out and isolating equipment.
  • Ability to use computers, Google software, and Microsoft software.
  • Ability to work in a team environment with a self-motivated attitude.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills for dealing effectively with management and external customers.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes or boots, and flame-resistant clothing.
  • Full range of motion and ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms or surfaces.
  • Ability to work in a non-conditioned environment for extended periods.
  • Ability to enter confined spaces for inspection, testing, and work.
Responsibilities
  • Safely operate, maintain, and troubleshoot steam methane reformer, carbon dioxide purification, high-purity helium, and support systems supplying an on-site semiconductor manufacturer.
  • Monitor plant systems for abnormalities, respond to alarms and abnormal indications, and collaborate to ensure action is taken to support continuous delivery of high-purity gas to central utility plants.
  • Provide 24-hour rotating on-call support to high-purity hydrogen and carbon dioxide production plants, liquid bulk systems, and high-purity gas delivery systems.
  • Partner in the operation, repair, and startup of plant equipment.
  • Prepare hydrogen, carbon dioxide, helium, steam, cooling tower, makeup water, and natural gas systems for maintenance by purging, cleaning, flushing, and isolating energy sources according to local and corporate instructions.
  • Participate in the site's Safe Work Permit program as an authorized person, permit writer, and worker.
  • Assist with repairing and maintaining compressors, valves, pumps, cooling towers, water treatment systems, analyzers, and electronic devices.
  • Operate systems according to written and verbal instructions from plant engineers and the site manager, as well as corporate standards.
  • Perform functional testing of equipment before customer acceptance.
  • Troubleshoot and repair gas delivery equipment.
  • Maintain, operate, and calibrate specialty gas delivery equipment, including bulk tanks, analyzers, and monitoring equipment.
  • Maintain historical records of equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Assist in identifying and resolving gas-related semiconductor manufacturing problems.
  • Assist in drafting specifications for operating procedures and work instructions and revise existing procedures for equipment at each location.
  • Support customer and company safety, training, operations, and preventive maintenance programs.
  • Comply with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards, including personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout, and confined-space-entry requirements.
  • Complete assigned tasks according to existing procedures and written and verbal instructions.
  • Support other U.S. plants during turnarounds, outages, and commissioning.
Desired Qualifications
  • Technical Associate degree.
  • Qualification to operate a forklift, man lift, and overhead crane.

Air Liquide is a global provider of industrial gases and related services. It produces and supplies gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and specialty gas mixtures to a wide range of industries, including healthcare, electronics, manufacturing, and energy. Its products are used in processes like welding, metal fabrication, chemical production, medical therapies, and semiconductor manufacturing; it also supports advanced applications like rocket propellants and diving equipment through its subsidiaries. The company operates a vast network of production plants, distribution logistics, and gas handling equipment, and it often enters markets via acquisitions (e.g., Airgas) to expand its geographic reach and customer base. Air Liquide's goal is to be the leading supplier of gases and related services worldwide, enabling customers to improve efficiency, safety, and performance in their operations.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Paris, France

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • July 2026 SK hynix contracts exceeded $370 million across Indiana and South Korea.
  • Air Liquide's 2026 Electronics investments lock in customers for late-2027 and 2028 startups.
  • June 2026 DIG Airgas integration expands Korean scale and strengthens regional pricing power.

What critics are saying

  • Elliott built a stake on August 31, 2026, demanding margin improvement.
  • A margin fight can force buybacks, restructuring, or board changes by the 2027 AGM.
  • Semiconductor capex dependence leaves 2027-2028 plants exposed if AI memory demand cools.

What makes Air Liquide unique

  • Air Liquide builds, owns, and operates on-site gas plants under long-term contracts.
  • Its 2026 SK hynix deals anchor it inside AI memory supply chains.
  • Healthcare, space, and electronics diversify demand beyond commodity industrial gases.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Sabbatical Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Stock Options

Company Equity

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Student Loan Assistance

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Pet Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

6%
Euronext
Sep 7th, 2026
Activist investor Elliott builds Air Liquide stake, pushes for changes, sources say | live

By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a stake in Paris-based Air Liquide and is urging the French multinational company to improve its margins, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Air Liquide
Jul 6th, 2026
Air Liquide invests over 170M USD in the U.S. to support SK hynix’s ambition to build a global AI memory ecosystem | Air Liquide

Air Liquide invests over 170M USD in the U.S. to support SK hynix’s ambition to build a global AI memory ecosystem

Yahoo Finance
May 1st, 2026
Air Liquide's fair value rises to $224 as analysts lift targets to $234

Air Liquide's fair value estimate has shifted from €196.58 to €198.15, moving closer to external analyst targets clustered around €206 to €207. Recent analyst activity, including raised price targets from Citi (to €207 from €195) and Berenberg (to €206 from €202), alongside upgrades from Kepler Cheuvreux and Morgan Stanley, reflects growing confidence in the company's revenue and cash flow potential. The company recently announced significant investments, including over $350 million for oxygen and nitrogen supply to HYUNDAI-POSCO Louisiana's facility, €200 million for industrial gas units in Hiroshima, and completion of an Advanced Materials plant in Taiwan. An upcoming Analyst and Investor Day is expected to provide further details on medium-term priorities and capital allocation.

World-Energy
Apr 1st, 2026
Air Liquide launches $565M green bond to refinance hydrogen and sustainability projects

Air Liquide has launched its first green bond issue, raising €500 million to finance and refinance sustainable projects including hydrogen development. The 10-year bond was issued at a yield of 0.461% under the group's Euro Medium Term Note programme. Proceeds will refinance Air Liquide's September 2021 bond maturities and support the company's long-term growth. The issuance follows ambitious sustainable projects announced in March, particularly focused on reducing CO2 emissions. Fabienne Lecorvaisier, Executive Vice-President of Finance and Operations, said the transaction demonstrates investor confidence in Air Liquide's sustainability commitments. The company plans to become a regular issuer of sustainable bonds, integrating ESG considerations with economic and financial performance in its growth strategy.

Nikkei Asia
Mar 25th, 2026
Air Liquide opens first Taiwan chip materials plant in $1B+ AI investment

Air Liquide, Europe's largest industrial gas maker, has opened its first chip materials plant in Taiwan on Wednesday. The facility is part of the company's investment exceeding $1 billion in Taiwan to support growing demand for AI chip production. The plant will supply materials to Taiwan's semiconductor industry, which is experiencing increased demand driven by artificial intelligence applications.