Plant Operator

Boutique Recruiting; Graham (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance + HSA

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Quarterly bonus potential

Paid overtime

Uniforms, tools, and PPE

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is recruiting for a Plant Operator to support the safe, reliable operation of a landfill gas-to-energy facility. The role blends plant operations with mechanical and electrical maintenance, inspections, system monitoring, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, dependable, and comfortable around engines and industrial equipment. Training is provided for those with a strong mechanical or electrical foundation who are eager to

Qualifications

• 1+ year of mechanical and/or electrical experience.
• 1–5 years of O&M experience with engine generators up to 1,500 kW preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn plant operations and electrical systems.
• Automotive mechanic, engine repair, or similar hands-on mechanical experience is highly valued.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and remain composed in a high-pressure operating environment.
• Willingness and ability to work required overtime, participate in an on-call rotation, and perform limited weekend duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on plant equipment, including engine generator systems.
• Monitor plant operations and adjust system controls to optimize performance and prevent equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and repair or replace worn or damaged equipment and components.
• Respond to plant alarms and support appropriate corrective actions, including plant shutdown and startup procedures.
• Maintain required operational, maintenance, performance and downtime logs and reports.
• Support regulatory compliance and complete required daily, monthly and annual reporting.
• Monitor and tune landfill gas well fields to improve gas quantity and quality.
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, fluids, and other supplies required for plant operations.
• Coordinate plant activities with utility and landfill personnel while completing required company and regulatory training.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical experience

Engine generator experience

Troubleshooting

Overtime availability

Hands-on maintenance

Job description

Position Title: Plant Operator

Turn your mechanical skills into a long-term career in renewable energy. We are seeking a hands-on Plant Operator to support the safe, reliable operation of a landfill gas-to-energy facility. This role combines plant operations with mechanical and electrical maintenance, equipment inspections, system monitoring, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, dependable, and comfortable working around engines and industrial equipment. You do not need to know every system on day one — the team is willing to train someone with a strong mechanical or electrical foundation who is eager to learn and grow.

Salary Range: $60,300–$68,000 / Year, DOE ($29–$33/hour) + overtime and quarterly bonus potential

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on plant equipment, including engine generator systems
• Monitor plant operations and adjust system controls to optimize performance and prevent equipment failures
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and repair or replace worn or damaged equipment and components
• Respond to plant alarms and support appropriate corrective actions, including plant shutdown and startup procedures
• Maintain required operational, maintenance, performance and downtime logs and reports
• Support regulatory compliance and complete required daily, monthly and annual reporting
• Monitor and tune landfill gas well fields to improve gas quantity and quality
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, fluids, and other supplies required for plant operations
• Coordinate plant activities with utility and landfill personnel while completing required company and regulatory training

Requirements

• 1+ year of mechanical and/or electrical experience
• 1–5 years of operations and maintenance experience with mobile or stationary engine generator sets up to 1,500 kW preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn plant operations and electrical systems
• Automotive mechanic, engine repair, or similar hands-on mechanical experience is highly valued
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and remain composed in a high-pressure operating environment
• Willingness and ability to work required overtime, participate in an on-call rotation, and perform limited weekend duties

Benefits

• Medical insurance + HSA wellness incentive opportunities
• 401(k) with a company contribution
• PTO available
• Paid holidays plus additional personal-choice holidays
• Quarterly performance bonus opportunity
• Paid overtime and minimum call-out pay
• Company-provided uniforms, tools, and required personal protective equipment