RNG Plant Operator — Safe, On-Call & Hands-On

Montauk Energy Holdings, LLC; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Montauk Renewables is seeking a Facility Operator to join our digestion and RNG processing team. You will perform daily operations, maintenance, and reliability tasks to keep the plant running safely and efficiently.

The role requires 3+ years of equipment ops, PLC knowledge, and the ability to work 24/5 with on-call shifts; we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' equipment operations experience.
• High School or GED; technical training school.
• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Basic computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Willing to respond to callouts and overtime.
• Able to work in an H2S environment.
• Problem-solving across multiple levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of a facility operator safely to prevent injuries.
• Maintain daily logs, preventive maintenance tasks, and reporting.
• Inspect and overhaul equipment and perform troubleshooting.
• Oversee subcontractors during equipment service work.
• Coordinate with Bettencourt personnel to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor operating conditions for 24/5 coverage and respond to alarms.

Skills

Equipment operation

PLC knowledge

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Team communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training or apprenticeship

Tools

SCADA systems

Forklift operation training

Job description

Company Summary:

This is an opportune time to join a fast-growing company which is an industry leader in the renewable energy space. Montauk is a fully integrated renewable energy company specializing in the management, recovery, and conversion of landfill methane into renewable electric power and renewable natural gas. Montauk’s corporate office is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a regional office in Houston, Texas. Montauk operates as a subsidiary of Montauk Holdings Limited, a publicly traded holding company listed on the NASDAQ.

Job Description:

Participates in the daily operation and maintenance activities of a digester gas processing facility and RNG (Renewable Natural Gas) facility as directed by the Facility Manager. Strives to achieve high standards of safety and environmental integrity while maintaining maximum processing production.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Perform all aspects of a facility operator in a safe manner to avoid any injuries to yourself as well as those working at the facility.
• Responsible for daily operations, maintenance, and repair of equipment, including daily logs, preventive maintenance tasks, and reporting requirements.
• Perform and assist with inspection and overhaul activities.
• Perform equipment inspection, maintenance tasks, troubleshooting and diagnoses of plant equipment and systems.
• Oversee (and to the extent necessary participate with) subcontractors in the performance of equipment service work, and in overhaul activities as required.
• Work in partnership with the Bettencourt personnel to assure smooth operations in the delivery of manure to Montauk facility.
• Regularly monitor facility operating conditions to allow seamless operations 24/7.
• Respond to alarms and callouts while on shift to insure continuous facility operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years' equipment operations experience using mechanical, electrical, instrument or control system skills.
• High School or GED; technical training school.

• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel.
• Strong verbal, written, computer communication and organization skills.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively in a team environment.
• Valid Drivers' License issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• Flexibility for ‘on call’ support or varied schedule needs.
• Willing to respond to callouts, work weekends and holidays when needed, and overtime as required.
• Able to work in an H2S environment.
• Able to problem solve on a number of different levels and determine the correct resources necessary to resolve the issue.

Skills Desired:

• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical knowledge and repair abilities.
• Dairy digester facilities equipment and operations.
• Fork lift training.

Physical Demands:

• Occasional lifting (up to 50#) or moving heavy materials.
• Ability to use a variety of tools.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to wear an SCBA during certain tasks.

Benefits:

· Full-Time employees are eligible for a strong benefits package including:
· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
· Flexible spending account
· Paid time off
· Long term and short term disability
· Life Insurance
· Retirement 401K
· Pay is commensurate with qualifications.

Montauk Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age. We are a drug free work environment based on Federal guidelines and use