Plant Operator

BerQ RNG Inc.; Weidman (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentive bonus

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401k retirement plan with company meet

Paid time off and holidays

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

BerQ RNG Inc. is seeking a full-time Plant Operator in Isabella, Michigan, to operate and maintain RNG facility equipment, sustain up-time, and ensure product quality per OSHA and local regs.

You will monitor digester and upgrading equipment, perform startups/shutdowns, help optimize processes, conduct quality checks, and keep precise records. We value safety, teamwork, and proactive problem solving, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of RNG production processes and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues independently.
• Willingness to be on call and respond after-hours, including nights and weekends.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, adjust and repair digester and RNG upgrading equipment required to maximize gas production in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
• Execute proper startup and shutdown procedures for RNG production systems, maintaining compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to optimize RNG production processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and implementing changes as needed.
• Conduct routine checks and tests to ensure the quality of manure and product gas meet specified standards. Troubleshoot and address issues affecting product quality promptly.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks on plant equipment, including troubleshooting and coordinating repairs to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to and enforce safety protocols and procedures, promoting a culture of safety among team members.
• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, including production data, equipment status, and maintenance activities.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations, following established protocols to ensure the safety of personnel and the integrity of the facility.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical experience

Industrial equipment operation

Communication skills

Teamwork

On-call availability

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Job

BerQ RNG is hiring a full-time Plant Operator to operate and maintain equipment at its Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facility. The Plant Operator will perform day-to-day activities to sustain plant up-time and product quality specifications requirements. This position ensures RNG plant manufacturing, processing and compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) and local government-related compliance activities.

This position is based in Isabella, Michigan.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Control: Monitor, operate, adjust and repair digester and RNG upgrading equipment required to maximize gas production in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
• Startup and Shutdown Procedures: Execute proper startup and shutdown procedures for RNG production systems, maintaining compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Process Optimization: Collaborate with the engineering team to optimize RNG production processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and implementing changes as needed.
• Quality Control: Conduct routine checks and tests to ensure the quality of manure and product gas meet specified standards. Troubleshoot and address issues affecting product quality promptly.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance tasks on plant equipment, including troubleshooting and coordinating repairs to minimize downtime.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to and enforce safety protocols and procedures, promoting a culture of safety among team members.
• Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate records of plant operations, including production data, equipment status, and maintenance activities.
• Emergency Response: Respond effectively to emergency situations, following established protocols to ensure the safety of personnel and the integrity of the facility.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications or relevant coursework preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical experience.
• Proven experience in operating and maintaining industrial equipment, preferably in the renewable energy sector and/or wastewater sector.
• Strong understanding of RNG production processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures in an industrial setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to be on call and respond after‑hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.

In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment BerQ RNG offers:

• Performance incentive bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental health coverage for you and your family.
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• A culture that values teamwork, collaboration, and opportunity for growth and development.

BerQ RNG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a work environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. BerQ RNG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local laws.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the US with no restrictions.