Plant Operator

Montauk Renewables; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to join their team. This role involves participating in the operation and maintenance of a landfill gas processing plant, ensuring high standards of safety and environmental integrity. You will be responsible for daily operations, equipment maintenance, and collaborating with technicians to efficiently extract landfill gas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in equipment operations, mechanical and electrical skills, and a commitment to teamwork. Join a company that values innovation and sustainability while enjoying a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in equipment operations with mechanical and electrical skills.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations, maintenance, and repair of landfill gas processing plant.
• Conduct inspections and troubleshoot plant equipment and systems.

Skills

Equipment Operations

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Skills

Control System Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Associates Degree

Technical Training

Tools

PLC Systems

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Montauk Renewables, Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTK) is a renewable energy company specializing in the management, recovery, and conversion of biogas into RNG. The Company captures methane, preventing it from being released into the atmosphere, and converts it into either RNG or electrical power for the electrical grid (“Renewable Electricity”). The Company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has more than 30 years of experience in the development, operation, and management of landfill methane-fueled renewable energy projects. The Company has current operations at 15 operating projects located in California, Idaho, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Texas. The Company sells RNG and Renewable Electricity, taking advantage of Environmental Attribute premiums available under federal and state policies that incentivize their use.

Job Title: Plant Operator

Reports To: Facility Manager

Job Summary: Participates in the operation and maintenance activities of a landfill gas processing plant as directed by the Facility Manager. Strives to achieve high standards of safety and environmental integrity while maintaining maximum processing production.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Responsible for daily operations, maintenance, and repair, including daily logs, preventive maintenance tasks, and reporting requirements.
• Perform and assist with inspection and overhaul activities.
• Perform equipment inspection, maintenance tasks, troubleshooting, and diagnoses of plant equipment and systems.
• Partner with landfill technicians to extract landfill gas in a proper, safe, reliable, and efficient manner.
• Oversee (and to the extent necessary participate with) subcontractors in the performance of equipment service work, and in overhaul activities as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years’ equipment operations experience using mechanical, electrical, instrument, or control system skills.
• High School, GED, technical training school, Associates Degree level graduate.
• Knowledge of PLC.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel.
• Strong verbal, written, computer communication, and organization skills.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively in a team environment.
• Valid Drivers’ License issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• Flexibility for ‘on call’ support or varied schedule needs.
• Familiarity with PLC systems.
• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical knowledge and repair abilities.
• Natural or landfill gas plant operations experience desirable.

Physical Demands: Occasional lifting or moving heavy materials, ability to use a variety of tools, ability to walk over uneven terrain.

• This is an on-call position.

Benefits:

• Full-Time employees are eligible for a strong benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Flexible spending account.
• Paid time off.
• Long term disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement 401K.
• Pay is commensurate with qualifications.

Montauk Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age. We are a drug-free work environment based on Federal guidelines and use e-verify to confirm employment eligibility.