RNG Gas Plant Operator - Hands-On, 24/7 Ops

AD Energy Recruitment; Reynolds (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

AD Energy Recruitment is supporting an established Renewable Natural Gas operator in their search for a Gas Operations Technician to join their operations team.

This role involves hands‑on operation, maintenance and optimisation of gas upgrading equipment, ensuring the plant delivers pipeline quality gas safely and reliably.

You’ll work on a 12‑hour rotating swing shift, participate in on‑call rotations, and collaborate with internal teams and contractors to minimise downtime.

Qualifications

• Experience operating or maintaining equipment in industrial environments.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Experience with compressors, blowers, pumps or rotating equipment.
• Experience with SCADA or industrial control systems.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor gas upgrading and processing systems.
• Optimise plant performance to maximise production.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across the facility.
• Inspect and monitor compressors, blowers, chillers, gas pre-treatment equipment and associated process systems.
• Complete routine equipment checks including pressures, temperatures, flow rates, fluid levels and gas quality readings.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues using SCADA and plant control systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams and external contractors.
• Respond to plant alarms, callouts and equipment failures to minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate operational records, maintenance logs and production data.
• Manage on-site spare parts and inventory.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards while ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with environmental and operational procedures.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

SCADA systems

Rotating equipment experience

Independent decision making

Driver's license

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

AD Energy Recruitment is supporting an established Renewable Natural Gas operator in their search for a Gas Operations Technician to join their operations team.

This role involves hands‑on operation, maintenance and optimisation of gas upgrading equipment, ensuring the plant delivers pipeline quality gas safely and reliably.

You’ll work on a 12‑hour rotating swing shift, participate in on‑call rotations, and collaborate with internal teams and contractors to minimise downtime.