Plant Operations & Maintenance Technician

Taurus Biogas LLC; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Life Insurance / AD&D

HSA options

401(k) with company match

PPE provided

Paid training

Job summary

Taurus Biogas LLC is hiring a Plant Operations & Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain our RNG facility. You will troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, monitor SCADA/PLC controls, and ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role requires hands-on experience with industrial equipment, strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, and a commitment to safety on a rotating shift schedule. Competitive benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience with industrial equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, piping.
• Ability to read P&IDs, diagrams and equipment manuals.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor digesters, feedstock systems, pumps, blowers, compressors, RNG upgraders, and pipeline injection systems.
• Use SCADA/PLC controls to monitor and optimize plant performance.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including troubleshooting and routine repairs.
• Conduct sample collection, lab testing, recordkeeping, and process adjustments.
• Support environmental and safety compliance and follow safety protocols.
• Operate equipment including skid steers, loaders, forklifts, and UTVs.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading P&IDs

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical fundamentals

On-call flexibility

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

PLC basics

Job description

Plant Operations & Maintenance Technician – Renewable Energy (RNG) | $24-$32/hr | Full-Time + Great Benefits

Taurus Biogas is growing — and we're looking for an experienced Plant Operations & Maintenance Technician to help operate and maintain our renewable natural gas (RNG) facility. This is a hands-on role for someone with industrial maintenance experience who enjoys troubleshooting, repairing, and operating mechanical equipment and process systems.

What You’ll Do

As a Plant Operations & Maintenance Technician, you'll be hands-on with the systems that convert organic waste into renewable natural gas. Your work keeps the plant safe, efficient, and compliant.

You will:

• Operate and monitor digesters, feedstock systems, pumps, blowers, compressors, RNG upgraders, and pipeline injection systems

• Use SCADA/PLC controls to monitor and optimize plant performance

• Perform hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance, including troubleshooting and routine repairs of pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, piping, and other plant equipment

• Conduct sample collection, lab testing, recordkeeping, and process adjustments

• Support environmental and safety compliance

• Follow strict LOTO, confined space, hot work, and industrial safety protocols

• Operate equipment including skid steers, loaders, forklifts, and UTVs

Who Thrives Here

You'll be a great fit if you enjoy hands-on, technical work and have:

• Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment such as pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, piping, or similar equipment

• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of electrical fundamentals

• Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance

• Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills

• Ability to read P&IDs, diagrams, and equipment manuals

• Flexibility for rotating schedules and on-call needs

• A strong safety mindset and teamwork approach

• Bonus: Welding, fabrication, PLC, VFD, or instrumentation experience

Pay & Schedule

Pay range: $24-$32/hour, based on relevant operations and industrial maintenance experience.

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (4 days one week / 3 days the next).

Benefits & PTO

We offer a competitive, full-benefits package designed to support you and your family:

Benefits:

• UHC Medical Insurance

• Principal Dental & Vision Insurance

• Voluntary Life & AD&D

• HSA options

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Company-provided uniforms and PPE

• Paid training and advancement opportunities

Paid Time Off:

• 3 weeks PTO during your first 2 years

• 4 weeks PTO after 3 years of employment

• Paid holidays (including floating holiday/birthday)

Why Join Taurus Biogas?

• Be part of the renewable energy movement

• Work with cutting-edge mechanical, electrical, and biological systems

• Career growth opportunities across multiple sites

• Strong, supportive leadership committed to employee development

• A safety-first culture you can rely on

Requirements

• Hands-on industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, processing, wastewater, agricultural, or similar industrial environment

• Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial mechanical equipment

• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and aptitude test

• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to lift to 40 lbs. and work in varied weather

• Knowledge of industrial safety practices (LOTO, confined space, hot work)

Ready to bring your industrial maintenance experience to the growing renewable energy industry?