Plant Operator - Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)

Key Facts

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance, plant operations, or related hands-on technical experience
• Technical or vocational training preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Experience in oil & gas, chemical processing, energy, or other industrial environments preferred
• Hands-on role requiring routine fieldwork, equipment inspections, and physical maintenance activities
• Comprehensive onboarding and training, including 1 week at our Bala Cynwyd headquarters and approximately 2 weeks at a New York operating site

Position Summary

As a Plant Operator, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operation, monitoring, and maintenance of a WAGABOX® facility that converts landfill gas into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG).

You'll play a hands-on role in keeping the plant operating safely, efficiently, and reliably by performing inspections, troubleshooting equipment issues, and completing preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

You'll report to the Operations & Maintenance team and help maximize plant uptime while supporting Waga Energy's mission to deliver clean, renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform daily plant inspections, monitoring rounds, and equipment checks to ensure safe and efficient operation of the facility
• Maintain operating conditions, collect performance data, and communicate findings through routine reports
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment issues, and perform corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment
• Complete preventive maintenance activities, including filter, oil, carbon, and sensor changes
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for vendors, contractors, and visitors to the facility
• Utilize the CMMS system to document maintenance activities and track equipment history
• Promote a strong safety culture by following site safety procedures, ensuring proper PPE usage, and reporting safety concerns

About You

Qualifications & Skills

• Technical or vocational education in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, plant operations, field service, or a similar role
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work safely and accurately
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in oil & gas, chemical processing, manufacturing, energy, or other industrial environments is a plus

Culture

In serving as members of this committed team of professionals, Waga Energy employees are supported in meeting their professional development and career advancement goals within a fair, ethical culture focused on cooperation, humility, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package including 20 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays and paid parental leave
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company matching contributions

Recruiting Process

• Interview with human resources representation via phone or Teams
• Candidate completes Predictive Index (PI) assessment
• Interview with department manager via Teams
• Interview with executive level manager via Teams or in person

Note to Recruiters/Staffing Agencies

Note to Recruiters/Staffing Agencies: Waga Energy, Inc. is currently managing all recruiting efforts internally and is not accepting inquires or candidate recommendations from external agencies.