Plant Operator

Trillium Construction Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Construction Services is seeking a Plant Operator in Albany, NY, specializing in renewable natural gas production. The role involves operating and maintaining gas plant equipment, ensuring safety, and performing mechanical repairs. Ideal candidates have significant operational experience and mechanical skills, with a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Five years of equipment operations experience required.
• Must possess a current and valid driver’s license.
• Experience with pumps, blowers, or air compressors.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain large reciprocating gas engines.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on operating equipment.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness in the plant environment.

Skills

Recordkeeping

General troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Basic electrical knowledge

Knowledge of pressure, vacuum, flow

Tools

Welding

Job description

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Trillium Construction is now hiring Maintenance Technicians in Albany, NY.

Our client specializes in renewable natural gas for vehicles and they are now hiring a Plant Operator in Albany, NY. This is a direct hire opportunity with an hourly wage of up to $38 depending on experience plus benefits like M/V/D, PTO, Holiday Pay, etc.

Duties:

-This position will be responsible for operating, adjusting, and repairing equipment required to maximize gas plant production in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.

-Operate and maintain large reciprocating gas engines (Caterpillar 3500 series gensets), gas compressors, and associated auxiliary equipment.

-Maintain detailed records on production data, equipment operational hours and service schedules, and equipment outages.

-Check all operating equipment daily including flow meters, gas chromatographs, fluid levels, pressure and temperature readings, and unusual noises to correct conditions before failure occurs.

-Perform all maintenance and repairs on the operating equipment including oil and filter changes, cylinder head and piston replacements, replacement of drive belts, hoses, pumps, starters, valve adjustments, replacement of compressor filters, slide valves, couplings and bearings, as necessary. Participate in preventative maintenance outages and overhauls.

-Maintain a high level of cleanliness in and around the plant. Keep oil from accumulating on the unit skids, floors, and soil around the plant. Keep weeds and shrubs cleaned from the plant yard and perimeter fence. Keep equipment and floors looking as presentable as possible.

-Keep all on-site parts and supplies stocked and well organized.

-Respond to call outs in a timely manner. Identify and correct the cause of the call out. If the problem cannot be corrected or diagnosed, it is the responsibility of the operator to contact the plant manager to get the help required to fix the situation.

-Operate the plant with a clear focus on safety. Clean up spills immediately. Make sure all lighting systems are fully functional; no slip or trip hazards are consistently present; and no electrical or mechanical hazards go on for long periods of time without attention. Affirm that all plant visitors, mechanics, and outside contractors are following safe work practices.

-Perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications:

-Skilled in recordkeeping and logging.

-General troubleshooting abilities.

-Must be able to read and write well.

-Must possess good mechanical skills.

-Basic electrical knowledge is preferred.

-Must be self-motivated and perform most tasks with little or no supervision.

-Working knowledge of pressure, vacuum, and flow.

-Experience with pumps, blowers, or air compressors.

-Five years of equipment operations experience is required (reciprocating engines).

-Experience in welding helpful.

-Must have a current and valid driver’s license, without any restrictions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction and Services for Renewable Energy

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