Full-Time
Operator
Zero Carbon Systems
Direct air capture for CO2 removal
Compensation Overview
$35 - $40/hr
No H1B Sponsorship
Brighton, CO, USA
In Person
Category
 Manufacturing & Production Operations (1) |
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Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Windows
OSHA
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook
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Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience operating industrial process equipment.
- Proficiency in assembling complex mechanical systems.
- Basic fabrication skills, including cutting, drilling, and bending.
- Basic pipefitting skills, including flanges, unions, Swagelok, threaded connections, soft tubing, and push-to-connect connections.
- Experience reading Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and mechanical drawings.
- Experience following operation and maintenance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Understanding of general process operation basics, including pressure, heat transfer, and fluid flow.
- Experience with plant control systems and/or Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for automated process control.
- Ability to take precise measurements using common tools, including measuring tapes, calipers, and meters.
- Experience with the safe use and operation of hand tools and power tools.
- Ability and willingness to adhere to company and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety protocols.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Windows, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Flexibility to adjust focus and respond to evolving priorities with minimal notice.
- Strong mathematical aptitude.
Responsibilities
- Participate in new rig builds for next-generation carbon capture systems by following Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, assembly drawings, and 3D models provided by engineering staff.
- Monitor and control equipment parameters, adjusting control systems for automated and manually controlled systems.
- Coordinate with staff engineers to perform experimental trials and ensure high-quality data generation.
- Conduct visual and analytical inspections as part of in-process quality checks.
- Safely transfer chemicals between containers or systems using approved equipment and methods.
- Perform preliminary troubleshooting to identify root causes of equipment failures.
- Perform safe startup, shutdown, and operation of pumps, fans, boilers, air compressors, and related equipment.
- Become cross-trained in multiple direct air capture systems.
- Contribute to plant operations, production, and testing activities.
- Change out valves, seals, flow meters, and other mechanical components with support from the Maintenance team and Engineers.
- Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) to document inspection and maintenance tasks.
- Assist with coordination of repairs on production equipment.
- Respond to time-sensitive alerts and take corrective action.
- Work efficiently to minimize plant downtime.
- Understand and follow OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and company-specific safety procedures for hazardous materials.
- Provide input on tools or devices that can improve workflow.
- Engage in startup and safety review for key equipment.
- Provide feedback on equipment design, operability, and maintainability to the design team.
- Collect samples and perform analytical tests.
Desired Qualifications
- Safety certifications, including OSHA 10/30, HazCom, personal protective equipment (PPE), Spill Response training, and formal Lockout/Tagout training.
- Experience using maintenance software, including Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS).
- Chemical, pharmaceutical, or food plant operations experience.
Zero Carbon Systems captures CO2 from the ambient air using direct air capture technology and scales the process for mass removal. Its systems run continuously and can operate entirely on renewable electricity, using very large, high-throughput units to lower costs. The company leverages core technology from Global Thermostat to enable megaton-scale removal and focuses on economics through continuous operation and high throughput. Its goal is to remove at least 0.5 gigatons of CO2 per year by 2050, backed by Zero Carbon Partners.
Company Size
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Company Stage
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Total Funding
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Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2020
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- DOE selected Global Thermostat technology for two 2024 DAC prize semifinalist projects.
- The acquisition gives Zero Carbon Systems a technology platform and a distressed asset win.
- If the 2,500-ton plant starts in 2025-2026, hiring and engineering demand surge.
What critics are saying
- No evidence of a 2025 demo plant, so execution risk is immediate.
- The promised 2026-2030 scale-up demands major capital after a stalled equity raise.
- Carbon removal rivals like Deep Sky and GE Vernova keep tightening competition.
What makes Zero Carbon Systems unique
- Zero Carbon Systems bought Global Thermostat on May 22, 2024, consolidating DAC IP.
- David Elenowitz says the company has $100 million backing from Zero Carbon Partners.
- Its website claims very high throughput and lower energy requirements for lower capture costs.
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Benefits
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Company News
Carbon Herald
May 23rd, 2024
Direct air capture (DAC) company Zero Carbon Systems has acquired Global Thermostat, bringing together Global Thermostat's cutting-edge technology with Zero Carbon Systems' advanced engineering capabilities.