Process Operator, Renewable Natural Gas

NAES Corporation; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES Corporation is seeking a Process Operator for our Full Circle RNG project. You will perform safe, efficient operations and maintenance, interfacing with SCADA, running tests and supporting process controls to keep the facility within regulatory permits.

The role involves monitoring anaerobic digestion, electrical generation, and waste treatment, collecting samples, analyzing data, and performing equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training desired.
• Knowledge of anaerobic digestion process desirable; willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist operations, maintenance and facility activities.
• Monitor and support anaerobic digestion, electrical generation and waste treatment processes.
• Record and analyze plant data to ensure compliance with specs.
• Troubleshoot failures to determine root cause and perform repairs.
• Maintain instrumentation and control equipment; collect samples for testing.
• Ensure plant operates within required standards and safety policies.
• Support on-call and varied shifts as needed.

Skills

SCADA

Mechanical Aptitude

Troubleshooting

Verbal & Written Communications

Team Player

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma

Technical College Degree / Vocational Training

Job description

The Full Circle project generates approximately 519 MMBTUs of renewable natural gas (RNG) per day from around 6,920 wet cow equivalents, with the RNG being directly injected into the Northwestern Energy pipeline.

Opportunity Summary

The Process Operator at the Full Circle RNG project is responsible for performing activities associated with the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the facilities in compliance with all regulatory permits. Responsibilities will include performing a variety of skilled operational tasks throughout the day which includes interfacing with the SCADA system, running analytical tests and performing technical maintenance work supporting the operation.

Primary Duties

• Assist with operations, maintenance and overall activities associated with the facility
• Assist in the anaerobic digestion process by monitoring equipment, gauges and charts in the digester, electrical generation, and waste treatment processes
• Record and analyze statistical data concerning plant operations ensuring that the plant is running as specified
• Troubleshoot failures and malfunctions to determine the root cause and maintain, operate, repair and replace equipment as necessary
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other water quality monitoring equipment
• Collect samples for testing and reporting and performs lab analysis for process control
• Ensure that plant operates within required standards
• Monitor performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of the treatment plant
• Maintain a clean and presentable plant environment
• Other duties and project work as assigned

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and others must be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required.

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Work Schedule

This position offers a regular scheduled Monday to Friday work week, with an 8-hour day shift. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

The starting hourly pay will range from $22.00 to $32.00, depending on experience, with the higher end reserved for candidates with RNG experience, and will include an annual performance bonus.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency; technical college degree or vocational training desired. Knowledge of wastewater operations a plus
• Basic understanding of the anaerobic digestion process; willingness to learn process and operating procedures; previous anaerobic process experience is desired
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to actively listen to others for understanding
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Must be able to work well with others
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Mechanical Aptitude

Intermediate

SCADA - Supervisory Control/Data Acquisition

Intermediate

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Intermediate

Verbal and Written Communications

Intermediate

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Enthusiastic

: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Willingness to learn process and operating procedures for the anaerobic digestion process; previous anaerobic process experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
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