Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Northern Biogas; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Insurance (Dental, Health, Vision,Life

Health savings account

Paid time off

Job summary

Northern Biogas in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking an I&E Technician to support electrical systems, instrumentation and measurement for daily RNG facility operation. You will troubleshoot, maintain and repair instrumentation, DCS/PLC equipment, and assist the on-site Operations and Maintenance Technicians as needed.

The role requires safety compliance with OSHA, DOT and EPA, willingness to work outdoors up to 75% of the day, the ability to pass a drug screen and background check, and a valid

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, manufacturing, landfill, or other industrial environments is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic computer use; familiarity with DCS/SCADA systems is a plus.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation, measurement devices, electrical equipment, DCS/PLC equipment and telecommunications.
• Assist Operations and Maintenance Technicians with identifying and repairing process equipment.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, and EPA safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Coordinate with vendors for calibrations and maintenance of measurement devices.
• Monitor plant reports and meter performance; correct measurement errors when needed.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and supervisory teams to improve facility reliability.
• Operate UTVs, ATVs, forklifts, skid steers and snowplows.
• Be available for limited weekend work and on-call hours.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

DCS/SCADA

PLC programming

Microsoft Office

Safety

Tools

DCS/SCADA software

PLC logic programming

Job description

Summary:

Northern Biogas designs, builds, owns, and operates Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facilities. The I&E Technician is a hands-on, on-site role that supports the electrical systems/equipment, instrumentation and measurement required for the daily operation of these facilities. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintenance and assisting the on-site Operations and Maintenance Technician’s as needed. Experience in maintenance, manufacturing, landfill, or other industrial environments is strongly preferred.

• This position will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and performing as-needed repairs on the following: instrumentation, measurement devices, electrical equipment, DCS/PLC equipment and telecommunications
• Assist the Operations and Maintenance Technicians with identifying, troubleshooting, and repairing process equipment as needed. Types of equipment include natural gas compressors, pumps, valves, air coolers, and related systems.
• Follow site-specific safety procedures and comply with OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to complete on-site work, such as calibrations and maintenance for measurement devices
• Monitor plant operational reports and meter performance.Intervene proactively to correct measurement errors.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supervisory teams to improve facility reliability and throughput.
• Operate equipment such as UTVs, ATVs, forklifts, skid steers, and snowplows.
• Be available for limited weekend work and emergency call-ins as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Proficient in computer use including MS Office products; experience with DCS/SCADA system software and PLC logic programming is a plus
• Regularly bend, stoop, climb between levels, lift up to 50 lbs., and manually move loads up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors up to 75% of each workday.
• Be available for on-call hours & limited weekend hours.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in maintenance, landfill operations, natural gas, chemical plant operations, industrial gas operations, and/or power plant operations is a plus.
• Experience with rotating and fixed equipment is a plus
• Troubleshooting and commissioning experience in an industrial application
• Good problem solving skills to identify, troubleshoot and safely resolve issues to keep the RNG plant running reliably and at capacity.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Insurance (Dental, Health, Vision, Life)
• Health savings account (if eligible)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday
• On-call and overtime as needed

Work Location:

• In-person; currently hiring in Elkhart, Indiana

Northern Biogas is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.

This position is ideal for someone looking for a hands-on role in the renewable energy sector, with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic company. If you are passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to a successful team, we encourage you to apply.