Landfill Gas Plant Operator

Waste Connections, Inc.; Blenheim; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Gas Plant Operator to ensure the efficient operation of its biomethane plant. Responsibilities include daily operations and maintenance of complex systems, with an emphasis on safety and environmental compliance. The position offers competitive wages, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Overtime and bonus pay

Retirement plan with company match

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee Assistance Program

Scholarship Opportunities for children

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Insurance coverage including Life and Disability

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in facility operation and maintenance.
• Strong aptitude in electrical or instrumentation systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the biomethane plant to ensure safe performance.
• Perform maintenance on systems, equipment, and buildings.
• Collect and analyze plant performance data.

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Troubleshooting

Facility operation

SCADA systems

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Why Choose Us:

We are Waste Connectionsof Canada,an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

As a Gas Plant Operator with us the minimum responsibilities are:

• Operate and control the biomethane plant to ensure safe and efficient performance.

• Perform daily operations including monitoring, inspecting, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining systems, equipment, and buildings.

• Troubleshoot and restart equipment after unscheduled shutdowns or trips (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and plumbing).

• Collect, record, and analyze plant performance data.

• Conduct routine and non-routine preventative maintenance on equipment.

• Operate forklifts and man lifts as required.

• Inspect and examine machinery to detect potential failures and prevent unplanned downtime.

• Close work orders and document completed tasks using the plant’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Order necessary parts, supplies, and tools.

• Perform snow removal and deicing of the facility.

• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

What We Need From You:

• A safety-first mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety issues.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in facility operation and maintenance.

• Strong aptitude in electrical or instrumentation systems is an asset.

• Experience with SCADA systems, blowers, thermal oxidizers, adsorption vessels, gas-fired engines, or gas compression equipment is considered an asset.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) is an asset.

• Ability to work independently as a self-starter and collaboratively within a team.

• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation (approximately 1 week per month) and be within a 30-minute drive from the site during on-call periods.

• Flexibility to work rotating shifts (initially bi-weekly day/evening shifts, transitioning to day shift only).

What You’ll Get From Us:

• Competitive wages: up to $32.50/h based on experience

• Overtime and bonus pay

• Retirement plan with company match to help you save for your future.

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.

• Perks including an Employee Assistance Program, Scholarship Opportunities for children, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Insurance coverage including Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.