Operator/Wellfield Technician

About the role

ESI Solutions (ESI), a division of TransTech Energy, seeks an Operator/WellField Technician to run Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facilities, maximizing landfill-gas-to-RNG production and optimizing gas collection from wellfield systems. You will partner with Plant Operators and Field Operations leadership to execute routine and non-routine maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and champion a strong safety culture. This hands-on role is ideal for an independent, self-motivated professional who enjoys solving operational challenges while collaborating with a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the plant and all associated equipment in a safe, detailed, and organized manner; tasks may include housekeeping, minor fabrication, and site upkeep.
• Manage, diagnose, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems; leverage remote and onsite support when needed.
• Develop SCADA proficiency to enable predictive and proactive operations and maintenance.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on major and ancillary equipment, including (but not limited to) site vehicles, gas analyzers, air compressors, gas compressors, radiators, air handling equipment, pumps, filters, flares, gas treatment equipment, and other site-specific assets.
• Use the Operational Data Management System (ODMS) to record events, operational data, and daily “walk-around” readings.
• Understand, follow, and assist with compliance regulations—including record-keeping, inspections, permit posting, and meetings with inspectors.
• Respond to plant callouts within two hours in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with training coworkers and temporary operators; travel to other plants for backup, fill-in, or training as required.
• Follow and help refine ESI Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Recommend and assist in further SOP development to maximize plant efficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1–5 years of plant operations or related experience.
• Trade-school certification, high-school diploma, or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting background.
• Basic Windows-based computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Physical capability to safely climb ladders and large equipment, and to lift/maneuver up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Willingness to comply with DOT regulations, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility for corporate driver’s insurance based on DMV history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in renewable energy, gas processing, chemical, power, waste management, or environmental air-quality control systems.
• Instrumentation and controls background (PLC, VFD, electrical).
• Renewable Natural Gas experience.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
• Formal training in Root Cause Analysis methodology.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) company match: 100% of the first 3% of contributions and 50% of the next 2%.
• Employer-sponsored life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D.
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Annual allowance for continuing education.