Renewable Natural Gas Technician

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS) that supports a High BTU landfill gas plant.
• Includes the supervision and direction of technicians and contractors as needed.
• Monitor plant performance and optimize plant processes to maximize gas recovery and efficiency.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve plant efficiency and profitability, including exploring new revenue streams.
• Cook with landfill site management to ensure the plant operates in compliance with site regulations and best practices.
• Manage inventory of plant supplies and materials.
• Participate in in-house and third-party safety and environmental audits and implement recommendations and follow ups.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with site management, regulators, and local communities.
• Stay within operating parameters set by Waste Connections and management notification procedures with respect to any production problems.
• Cooperate with other site stakeholders and corporate leadership in achieving overall site goals in terms of safety, environment & health, facility performance and other corporate goal requirements.

Job Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience managing operations and maintenance in an industrial setting is strongly recommended.
• A valid US Driver’s License.
• Strong verbal, written, computer communication and organization skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of plant operations, maintenance and safety practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to landfill gas and renewable energy.
• Experience performing mechanical maintenance on blowers, compressors, and equipment is desirable.
• Experience with gas processing or similar systems, mechanical and electrical systems are desirable.
• Experience with computer-based monitoring systems; SCADA, SCS Tools web-based application, PLCs and programs; etc.
• Experience planning, scheduling and directing plant maintenance outages.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
• Be available for ‘on call’ support, response or varied schedule needs.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
Perks, perks, perks!
Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.