Operations & Maintenance Technician

Northern Biogas; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Insurance (Dental, Health, Vision, Lif

Health savings account

Paid time off

Job summary

Northern Biogas in Elkhart, IN is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician to support on-site operation and maintenance of RNG facilities. You will perform equipment rounds, troubleshoot, complete work orders, and coordinate with vendors to keep systems running safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on work, occasional weekend/on-call hours, and a valid driver's license. Experience in maintenance or industrial environments is strongly preferred, with a focus on reliability and

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, landfill operations, natural gas, chemical plant operations, industrial gas operations, and/or power plant operations is a plus.
• Troubleshooting and commissioning experience in industrial applications are valuable.
• Good problem solving skills to identify, troubleshoot and safely resolve issues to keep RNG plant running.

Responsibilities

• Complete operator rounds, perform maintenance, and execute work orders in the Work Management System, including documenting completed work and closing out work orders.
• Support inventory tracking in the Work Management System to ensure resources are available for daily operations.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair process equipment as needed. Types of equipment include natural gas compressors, pumps, valves, air coolers, and related systems.
• Learn landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS) operations and assist with troubleshooting, operating, and tuning the wellfield.
• 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 safely and on schedule.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills to complete work orders and use Microsoft products such as Outlook
• 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.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Landfill operations

Natural gas operations

Industrial gas operations

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Tools

Electrical systems

Motor controls

Job description

Northern Biogas designs, builds, owns, and operates Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facilities. The Operations & Maintenance Technician is a hands-on, on-site role that supports the daily operation and maintenance of these facilities. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and operating a range of machinery. Experience in maintenance, manufacturing, landfill, or other industrial environments is strongly preferred.

• Complete operator rounds, perform maintenance, and execute work orders in the Work Management System, including documenting completed work and closing out work orders.
• Support inventory tracking in the Work Management System to ensure resources are available for daily operations.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair process equipment as needed. Types of equipment include natural gas compressors, pumps, valves, air coolers, and related systems.
• Learn landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS) operations and assist with troubleshooting, operating, and tuning the wellfield.
• 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 safely and on schedule.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills to complete work orders and use Microsoft products such as Outlook
• 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; familiarity with electrical systems/equipment and motor controls
• 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.