Process Operator, Renewable Natural Gas

Opportunity Summary

The Process Operator at the Athena RNG project is responsible for performing activities associated with the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the facilities in compliance with all regulatory permits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operations, maintenance and overall activities associated with the facility
• Aid in the anaerobic digestion process by monitoring equipment, gauges and charts in the digester, electrical generation, and waste treatment processes
• Record and analyze statistical data concerning plant operations ensuring that the plant is running as specified
• Troubleshoot failures and malfunctions to determine the root cause and maintain, operate, repair and replace equipment as necessary
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeters and other water quality monitoring equipment
• Collect samples for testing and perform lab analysis for process control
• Maintain a clean and presentable plant environment
• Perform other duties and project work as assigned

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, stair and ladder climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and others must be worn in the performance of some duties
• Work with hazardous materials may be required

Fitness for Duty

• All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program
• This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening
• Extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility

Work Schedule

This position offers a regular scheduled Monday to Friday work week, with an 8-hour day shift. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

• The starting hourly pay will range from $22.00 to $32.00, depending on experience, with the higher end reserved for candidates with RNG experience, and will include an annual performance bonus

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency; technical college degree or vocational training desired
• Knowledge of wastewater operations a plus
• Basic understanding of the anaerobic digestion process; willingness to learn process and operating procedures; previous anaerobic process experience is desired
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to actively listen to others for understanding
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Must be able to work well with others
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants. NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.