Plant Lead Operator -Garland

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Proficient in performing all responsibilities.
• Demonstrate advanced computer skills.
• Identify near misses and promote safety culture.
• Troubleshoot common plant upsets and restore operations.
• Understand PLCs and small voltage systems (e.g., 4–20mA outputs, transmitter/control loop power sources).
• Communicate effectively with Field Teams, Landfill, and other stakeholders.
• Span transmitters and program/calibrate PS2s.
• Lead and coordinate daily operations of plant equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable production.
• Supervise, mentor, and train Plant Operator staff; assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and shift handovers; communicate operational status to management and stakeholders.

Qualifications/Experience

• 3+ years relevant plant operations experience, preferably in landfill gas, cryogenic, or gas processing facilities.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability of all role related responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret Plant SOPs and train others.
• Acts as Safety Team lead, ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
• Demonstrates leadership capacity, managing team morale and cohesiveness.
• Ability to mentor, train and support employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully.
• Ability to lead activities, solve problems, and make sound, independent decisions under pressure – requiring little to no supervision.
• Ability to coach employees to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Self-sufficient and goal oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with safe handling, storage, and disposal of chelating agents and other process chemicals;
• Experience using MSDS/SDS.
• Experience with chemical dosing systems, metering pumps, pH control, and basic process instrumentation.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve process upsets, optimize chemical usage, and implement corrective actions.
• Certifications or training in HAZWOPER, confined space entry, lockout/tagout, and PPE use preferred;
• Strong safety record.
• Comfortable with computerized control systems (HMI/SCADA), flow computers, and basic PLC interactions.

Requirements

• Willingness to be trained in reading P&IDs, plant safety procedures, and documentation.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication to team success.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must clear background check and drug test.
• The ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to be punctual, dependable, and willing to work long hours if needed is required.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Must have good manual dexterity with physical ability to work extended hours, climbing, bending, kneeling, working with arms extended above the head, twisting upper body, standing for long periods.
• This includes walking catwalks, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions, lifting, drivinga vehicle, and operation of light industrial equipment.
• The ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks in extreme weather conditions.
• The ability to work week days and weekends.
• The ability to work overtime and respond to callouts during off hours.
• The ability to respond in a timely manner to any emergency.

Work Environment & Travel Schedule/Shift

• Overtime required based on operational needs.
• On-call availability may be required.
• Typical shifts: 10–12 hours (may include overnight).
• Rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• Supplemental Pay
• Bonus Pay