Gas Recovery Technician - South

Eetdbuyersguide; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend Power Producers, LLC in Needville, TX is seeking an operator to manage day-to-day landfill gas collection and processing facility activities. You will monitor and adjust systems, collect samples, and ensure safe, compliant operation.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work overtime. Basic MS Office skills and the ability to analyze problems are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions.
• Overtime availability including call outs outside normal business hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains and repairs a landfill gas collection and processing facility.
• Performs inspections and samples; adjusts well flow as needed.
• Collects oil, water, wastewater, gas, and air samples for analysis.
• Performs minor electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Adheres to safety requirements and participates in safety audits.
• Maintains administrative records and logbooks; supports contractors on-site.
• Operates vehicles on various terrains; works independently with limited supervision.

Skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Driver's license

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree in electrical/mechanical field

Job description

Job ID:16727

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states. But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences, and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

DTE Biomass Energy (DTEBE) develops, owns and operates renewable energy projects throughout the United States. Our company converts biogas generated at landfills and at dairy farms into clean, renewable electricity or renewable natural gas (RNG). As a leader in this industry, with more than 20 operating facilities stretching from North Carolina to California, we have the proven capabilities to help provide communities with safe, environmentally sound renewable energy. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, DTE Biomass Energy is a wholly owned subsidiary of DTE Energy. DTEBE has an immediate opening at our facility below.

Fort Bend Power Producers, LLC. is a landfill gas to renewable natural gas (RNG) processing facility that utilizes landfill gas in Needville, TX. The facility has an 8.0 MMCFD LFG processing plant consisting (2) blowers, (2) Ingersoll Rand reciprocating gas compressors, (1) Worthington reciprocating gas compressor and (2) new Vilter Screw Compressors installed in 2018. The plant has gas treatment equipment to remove H2S, Oxygen, water and CO2. The pay range for this position is $28.03 - $34.19.

Job Summary

Location: Needville, TX

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance and repair of a landfill gas collection and processing facility. Work is performed under general supervision of a Facility Manager, with work results reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to policies and procedures.

Key Accountabilities

• Conducts day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of a landfill gas (LFG) collection system and LFG delivery pipeline
• Performs equipment inspections, collects samples of LFG wells and gas collection system, and makes adjustments to optimize well flow as necessary
• Collects oil, water, wastewater, gas, and air samples for analysis
• Performs minor electrical and mechanical repairs
• Adheres to company and project specific health and safety requirements; participates in monthly safety audits and inspections
• Maintains administrative records including logbook, filing system for drawings, instruction books and manuals, spare parts inventory, and records
• Supports, assists, and directs the work of contractors on-site
• Routinely operates a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possesses a valid driver's license and good driving record
• Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions and recommend sound alternatives
• Ability to work overtime including call outs outside of normal business hours, weekends, and holidays
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications

Other Qualifications

Preferred:

• Previous military experience
• A technical degree or certificate in an electrical or mechanical field is preferable, or equivalent work experience with electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiar with gas compression and/or gas transportation
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrument control systems including equipment such as motors, blowers, controls, and pumps

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Physical Demands

The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:

• Sit, stand, or walk for a minimum of 8-hour shifts, including walking long distances, up and down stairs and on uneven ground
• Occasionally lift objects of up to 50 pounds in weight and carry objects of up to 50 pounds in weight
• Frequently climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Talk and hear in noisy environments; use hands and fingers; handle and feel; and able to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally operate over the road vehicles, mobile equipment and/or UTV
• Wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to, personal fall arrest equipment, flame resistant clothing, arc rated apparel, etc.
• Possess the following vision requirements: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus