Lead RNG Plant Operator — Renewable Energy Operations

OPAL Fuels; Kersey (Elk County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

401(k) plus MatchingContributions

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonus

Generous Paid Time Off

Ten Paid Holidays

Job summary

OPAL Fuels is hiring a Lead Plant Operator to oversee day-to-day operations at our renewable natural gas site in Kersey, PA. You will supervise four operators and three field techs, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient gas plant production.

You will monitor engines and compressors, maintain records, and lead maintenance tasks while upholding safety and environmental standards. A strong mechanical background and leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Gas processing and/or wellfield operations experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor others.
• Must possess good mechanical skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge preferred.
• General troubleshooting abilities.
• Skilled in recordkeeping and logging.
• Must be able to read and write well.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Must be self-motivated and operate with little supervision.
• Working knowledge of pressure, vacuum, and flow.
• Experience with pumps, blowers, or air compressors.
• Experience in welding helpful.
• Must have a valid driver’s license without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and repair equipment to maximize gas plant production safely.
• Oversee wellfield maintenance and compliance.
• Operate large gas engines and compressors and blend gas into the pipeline.
• Maintain production data and service schedules across electronic systems.
• Inspect equipment daily and address issues before failures occur.
• Lead preventative maintenance outages and overhauls.
• Maintain plant cleanliness and organize parts and inventory.
• Respond to call outs and coordinate with plant manager for complex fixes.
• Ensure safety, proper lighting, and absence of slip/trip hazards.

Skills

Gas processing

Leadership

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Recordkeeping

Reading/writing

Microsoft Office

Self-motivated

Pumps/Blowers/Compressors

Welding (helpful)

Job description

OPAL Fuels is hiring a Lead Plant Operator to oversee day-to-day operations at our renewable natural gas site in Kersey, PA. You will supervise four operators and three field techs, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient gas plant production.

You will monitor engines and compressors, maintain records, and lead maintenance tasks while upholding safety and environmental standards. A strong mechanical background and leadership experience are essential.