Maintenance Lead

Vanguard Renewables; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

FSA options

Education and adoption assistance

Bonus opportunity

Paid time off

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Vanguard Renewables is seeking a Maintenance Lead to manage daily maintenance at our RNG facility and develop preventative maintenance plans to maximize uptime. You will oversee contractors, perform routine maintenance, and maintain spare parts inventories while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role also involves diagnosing equipment issues, coordinating with internal and external teams, and contributing to safety programs and SOP development.

Qualifications

• Maintenance and operating experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with SCADA systems and CMMS software.

Responsibilities

• Develops maintenance plans based on OEM guidelines and oversees outside contractors.
• Completes routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts and consumables for equipment maintenance.
• Orders specialty parts for planned maintenance from equipment vendors.
• Monitors plant equipment and gas production to ensure safety and compliance.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and coordinates with stakeholders to maximize uptime.
• Participates in plant housekeeping and safety programs.

Skills

Maintenance experience

SCADA

CMMS

Reading drawings

Driver's license

Tools

SCADA software

CMMS software

Job description

Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Lead will have the overall responsibility for executing day-to-day maintenance at our RNG facility, as well as developing preventative maintenance plans to ensure maximum uptime of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develops maintenance plans for equipment based on OEM guidelines and participates in oversight of outside maintenance contractors to ensure that they are working in a safe manner.
• Completes routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Develops an inventory of spare parts and consumables required for equipment maintenance including but not limited to lubricating oils, fasteners, drive belts and other non‑critical spares to maintain equipment readiness.
• Orders specialty parts for planned maintenance from equipment vendors as needed to align with hourly based overhauls.
• Monitor plant equipment and gas production of anaerobic digesters on a daily basis to ensure safety and compliance with operational parameters. Ensure that any issues are promptly reported and determine best solutions for resolving the issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, execute maintenance activities as required, and work with relevant stakeholders both internal and external to ensure maximum uptime and reliability of equipment.
• Participate in plant housekeeping programs and material handling safety activities such as developing programs, policies and standard operating procedures.
• Track repairs and scheduled maintenance though work management software.
• Draft Standard Operating Procedures and Energy Isolation Procedures in coordination with state laws relevant to the repetitive maintenance tasks to streamline efficiency.
• Ensures an accident‑free workplace
• Consistent and on‑time attendance
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• Will be required to regularly lift, move and/or push objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Maintenance and operating experience in an industrial or gas processing environment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with SCADA systems and CMMS software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to maintain plant equipment such as compressors, pumps, mixers, and process equipment.
• Electrical safety training and OSHA 30 certification
• A relevant background in safety procedures/practices.
• Able to quickly respond to rapidly changing conditions.
• Ability to read, write and understand English is required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and to make sound recommendations on plant conditions.
• Fundamental proficiency in Windows‑based applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) on a PC or tablet required.

Working Conditions

• Work locations are industrial and agricultural, primarily outdoors.
• Limited exposure to hazardous materials and/or toxic fumes will require the use of approved personal protective equipment. Regular exposure to heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other conditions normally encountered in an industrial environment should be expected.
• Vanguard Renewables will ensure all applicable work rules and safety requirements are closely adhered to.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health insurance benefits, including HSA option, with substantial employer premium contributions.
• Competitive, employer‑sponsored (100% paid) dental, vision, and wellness benefits.
• Basic employer‑paid life and disability insurance, with optional supplemental life and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) retirement program with employer match and immediate eligibility.
• Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options to support healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Education and adoption assistance programs to support personal and family goals.
• Discretionary performance‑based bonus opportunity in addition to competitive base salary.
• Robust paid time off supporting flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Monthly cell phone and business expense reimbursement.

Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.