Job Summary

Archaea Energy, a leader in the landfill gas to energy industry has an immediate opening for Plant Operator I. This is the entry level classification in the Power Plant Operator Advancement Program. An individual participates in INGENCO’S training program and learns to perform general operational duties under close supervision. Individuals normally advance to the Plant Operator II classification after gaining experience and meeting the requirements of the higher level classification.

SCHEDULE: 8 days on 6a-2p and 6 days off with rotating weekend for morning checks, requires on-call 24/7 on a rotating basis. The schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Observes operation of plant equipment and process for normal operation and learns to identify developing problems.
• Assist plant operators or other crafts in performing preventive and minor corrective maintenance on production engines, gas blowers and associated equipment.
• Learns to record operating data such as hours of operation, generator production, and fuel usage using computers.
• Learns to troubleshoot and correct equipment failures, abnormal operating conditions, and report abnormalities to supervision.
• Learns duties for receiving and transferring fuel per spill plan guidelines.
• Learns to collect samples of fuel received and perform analysis for quality.
• Maintains plant appearance by cleaning, cutting grass, painting as required.
• Assist in repairing, replacing, and maintaining plumbing lines, light fixtures.
• Assist in cleaning and replacing parts of electrical and wiring devices, generators, and boilers.
• Assist mechanics or craftsman in cleaning, overhauling, and replacing engines, generators, motors, pumps and associated equipment.
• Uses hand and power tools such as drills, hydraulic presses, and band saws.
• This is not a complete list of duties. Operators may be required to perform additional duties deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Graduation from high (or GED) and one-year related work experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Unyielding dedication to safety and able to positively represent the company’s safety culture.
• Work hours vary by plant. The work schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion.
• This position will be on call 24/7, on a rotating basis, in case of any emergencies and failures.
• Overtime maybe required to meet various business needs.
• Must possess ability to read and interpret operations and safety manuals, analyze, and apply basic troubleshooting and repair techniques on plant equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Pre-employment physical, drug test and background check required.

Benefits

Archaea Energy offers a competitive salary commensurate with applicable work experience and a complete benefits package which includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance programs, a 401K plan, and an incentive program. Visit our website at www.archaeaenergy.com.

Archaea Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Mechanical: 1 year (Preferred)
• Electrical: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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