Plant Operations Manager, Biomass Energy

Hobson Associates; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Stable work environment

Job summary

A renewable energy company in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, is seeking a hands-on leader to manage daily operations at a wood-fired biomass power plant. This role involves overseeing plant performance and operating staff, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in power generation, prior leadership skills, and a strong mechanical mindset. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, making it a stable career choice in the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in power generation or industrial plant operations.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience is required.
• Strong mechanical and safety mindset necessary.
• Comfortable working on the plant floor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee control room and steam plant operators.
• Monitor plant performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Support startups, shutdowns, maintenance, and outages.
• Manage fuel handling and ensure safety & environmental compliance.

Skills

Power generation experience

Leadership

Mechanical mindset

Safety awareness

Job description

A renewable energy company in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, is seeking a hands-on leader to manage daily operations at a wood-fired biomass power plant. This role involves overseeing plant performance and operating staff, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in power generation, prior leadership skills, and a strong mechanical mindset. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, making it a stable career choice in the renewable energy sector.