AD Energy is seeking an experienced Power Plant Operator for one of our clients who develop and operate RNG facilities across the USA. This is a great opportunity to join a great industry showing year-on-year growth, with a business partnering with local farms to convert waste into renewable natural gas.
Power Plant operators work closely with plant managers to conduct all routine and non-routine maintenance and repairs at the RNG facility. This is a hands-on role where a willingness to learn and a commitment to safety culture will be vital. This position reports to local operations management. Candidates should understand gas flow metering, gas analysis, 4-20mA signals, digital signals, instrumentation, PLC’s and machinery typical to the oil/gas industry.
Salary: $34 – $36 / hour
Power Plant Operator responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and repairs on all major and ancillary equipment at RNG facility. Some examples include compressors, boilers, and generators.
- Understand, follow, and assist with compliance regulations. This may include record keeping, gathering data, permit posting, and maintaining compliance equipment.
- Intermediate electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
- Operate and maintain the facility and all associated equipment in a safe, detailed, organized, and presentable manner. Tasks may include housekeeping, weeding, or site maintenance.
- Respond to callouts in a timely and professional manner (typically within 1 hour).
- Maximize site efficiency.
- Other roles as decided by management.
Abilities and Qualifications:
- 1-5 years of operations or related experience.
- Trade school certification, high school diploma, or GED.
- Mechanical aptitude background.
- Established troubleshooting skills.
- General working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
- 4-20 mA troubleshooting.
- Displays a positive attitude, is highly motivated and results oriented.
- Ability to establish and maintain confidential and effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, management, and the public.
- Ability to function within a matrix organization in which functional and business leaders have equal authority within the organization and employees report to both a functional leader and a business leader.
- Instrumentation and controls background. Preferred.
- Experience in some or all the following industries: Renewable energy, gas processing, chemical, power, waste management, and/ or environmental air quality. Preferred.
To be considered for the Power Plant Operator role, please apply now!
