Gas Operations Technician

AD Energy Recruitment; Reynolds (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AD Energy Recruitment is seeking a Gas Operations Technician for an established RNG facility in the United States. You will operate and monitor gas upgrading and processing systems, aiming for safe, efficient, and reliable plant performance.

You'll perform preventative maintenance, inspect equipment, troubleshoot issues with SCADA/plant controls, and coordinate with internal teams and contractors. A strong mechanical background and a willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Experience working with compressors, blowers, pumps or rotating equipment.
• Comfortable using SCADA or other industrial control systems.
• Basic electrical knowledge is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
• Good understanding of pressure, flow and process systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor the gas upgrading and processing systems.
• Optimise plant performance to maximise production and efficiency.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across the facility.
• Inspect and monitor compressors, blowers, chillers, gas pre-treatment equipment and associated process systems.
• Complete routine equipment checks including pressures, temperatures, flow rates, fluid levels and gas quality readings.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues using SCADA and plant control systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams and external contractors.
• Respond to plant alarms, callouts and equipment failures to minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate operational records, maintenance logs and production data.
• Manage on-site spare parts and inventory.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards while ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with environmental and operational procedures.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Rotating equipment experience

SCADA systems

Pumps and compressors

Electrical knowledge

24/7 operations understanding

Tools

SCADA

Job description

We're supporting an established Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) operator in their search for a Gas Operations Technician to join their operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical background who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced industrial environment. You'll play a key role in keeping the gas processing facility operating safely, efficiently and reliably, helping maximise production while minimising downtime.

Working as part of a close-knit operations team, you'll be involved in the day-to-day operation, maintenance and optimisation of gas upgrading equipment, ensuring the plant consistently delivers gas that meets pipeline quality specifications.

What you\'ll be doing

• Safely operate and monitor the gas upgrading and processing systems.
• Optimise plant performance to maximise production and efficiency.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across the facility.
• Inspect and monitor compressors, blowers, chillers, gas pre-treatment equipment and associated process systems.
• Complete routine equipment checks including pressures, temperatures, flow rates, fluid levels and gas quality readings.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues using SCADA and plant control systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams and external contractors.
• Respond to plant alarms, callouts and equipment failures to minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate operational records, maintenance logs and production data.
• Manage on-site spare parts and inventory.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards while ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with environmental and operational procedures.

What we\'re looking for

• Previous experience operating or maintaining equipment within an industrial, manufacturing, power generation, RNG, biogas, wastewater, oil & gas or similar process environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Experience working with compressors, blowers, pumps or rotating equipment.
• Comfortable using SCADA or other industrial control systems.
• Basic electrical knowledge is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
• Good understanding of pressure, flow and process systems.
• Valid driver\'s licence.
• Experience working within a 24/7 production environment is preferred.

Shift Pattern

• 12-hour rotating swing shift.
• Participation in an on-call rota, including occasional nights and weekends.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability cover and 401(k).
• Paid time off from day one in line with company policy.
• Long-term opportunity within the growing Renewable Natural Gas sector.
• A hands-on role where you\'ll make a real impact on plant performance and reliability while developing your skills within one of the fastest-growing areas of renewable energy.