Plant Operator - Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)

Waga Energy; Davenport (IA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 20 days

Paid holidays 11

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Waga Energy seeks a Plant Operator in Davenport, IA to run day-to-day operations of a WAGABOX facility that converts landfill gas into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). You will monitor performance, perform inspections, and conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to keep the plant safe and reliable.

The role requires 3+ years in industrial maintenance or plant operations, experience with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Technical or vocational education in industrial maintenance or related field
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or plant operations experience
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment
• Familiarity with CMMS
• Ability to work independently and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in oil & gas, chemical processing, manufacturing, energy is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform daily plant inspections, monitoring rounds, and equipment checks to ensure safe and efficient operation of the facility
• Monitor operating conditions, collect performance data, and communicate findings through routine reports
• Troubleshoot and perform corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment
• Complete preventive maintenance activities, including filter, oil, carbon, and sensor changes
• Support annual shutdowns, commissioning activities, and ongoing plant improvement efforts
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for vendors, contractors, and visitors to the facility
• Utilize the CMMS system to document maintenance activities and track equipment history
• Promote a strong safety culture by following site safety procedures, ensuring proper PPE usage, and reporting safety concerns

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Written/verbal comms

Education

Technical or vocational training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About Waga Energy

Waga Energy was founded on a simple conviction: preserving the common good and helping build a sustainable future requires collective action.

Today, we are accelerating the energy transition by converting landfill gas into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) through our proprietary WAGABOX® technology. Operating across North America, South America, and Europe, we transform landfill emissions into clean, local renewable energy while helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Our teams are united by three values, Boldness, Mastery, and Cooperation, and by a shared mission: maintaining a livable planet for future generations.

If you're looking for an opportunity to use your skills to make a measurable environmental impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Plant Operator

110th Ave, Davenport, Iowa

Key Facts

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance, plant operations, or related hands-on technical experience

• Technical or vocational training preferred; equivalent experience considered

• Experience in oil & gas, chemical processing, energy, or other industrial environments preferred

• Hands-on role requiring routine fieldwork, equipment inspections, and physical maintenance activities

• Comprehensive onboarding and training, including 1 week at our Bala Cynwyd headquarters and approximately 2 weeks at a New York operating site

Position Summary

As a Plant Operator, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operation, monitoring, and maintenance of a WAGABOX® facility that converts landfill gas into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). You'll play a hands-on role in keeping the plant operating safely, efficiently, and reliably by performing inspections, troubleshooting equipment issues, and completing preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance team, you'll help maximize plant uptime while supporting Waga Energy's mission to deliver clean, renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

What You'll Do - Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform daily plant inspections, monitoring rounds, and equipment checks to ensure safe and efficient operation of the facility

• Monitor operating conditions, collect performance data, and communicate findings through routine reports

• Troubleshoot and perform corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment

• Complete preventive maintenance activities, including filter, oil, carbon, and sensor changes

• Support annual shutdowns, commissioning activities, and ongoing plant improvement efforts

• Serve as the primary on-site contact for vendors, contractors, and visitors to the facility

• Utilize the CMMS system to document maintenance activities and track equipment history

• Promote a strong safety culture by following site safety procedures, ensuring proper PPE usage, and reporting safety concerns

About You - Qualifications & Skills

• Technical or vocational education in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or a related field preferred

• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, plant operations, field service, or a similar role

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment

• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work safely and accurately

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Experience in oil & gas, chemical processing, manufacturing, energy, or other industrial environments is a plus

Culture

Faced with the urgent need to act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the employees of Waga Energy have committed themselves to take meaningful action to contribute to sustainable energy transition and the construction of a more environmentally friendly society. In serving as members of this committed team of professionals, Waga Energy employees are supported in meeting their professional development and career advancement goals within a fair, ethical culture focused on cooperation, humility, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Benefits

Waga offers a competitive annual salary and benefits package including 20 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays and paid parental leave along with health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

Recruiting Process

Waga Energy's recruiting process typically includes the following steps:

1. Interview with human resources representation via phone or Teams.

2. Candidate completes Predictive Index (PI) assessment.

3. Interview with department manager via Teams.

4. Interview with executive level manager via Teams or in person.

Waga Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

Note to Recruiters/Staffing Agencies

Waga Energy, Inc. is currently managing all recruiting efforts internally and is not accepting inquiries or candidate recommendations from external agencies.