Operations Technician

Job Description:

General Level of Responsibility

Exercises judgment and independent decision making which is limited to less complex issues commensurate with work experience. Takes direction from the Lead Operations Technician and Plant Manager.

The Operations Technician is responsible for the overall safe operation, maintenance and performance of a landfill gas to Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) processing facility.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the safe operation of the plant during assigned shift in the most efficient and productive method to maintain compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and prescribed safety and environmental standards. *
• Make periodic inspections of plant equipment to determine proper and normal operating conditions. Check and record operational data such as fluid levels, temperatures and pressures, compare to trends and have the ability to make corrections as needed. *
• Review daily operating reports and other records to ensure specified operating characteristics in control of the plant equipment. *
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on plant instrumentation and equipment. *
• Detect and correct faulty and malfunctioning mechanical and electrical components, devices and equipment. *
• Operate advanced instrumentation and process control systems. *
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions during emergencies and direct activities to restore normal operation or to shut down malfunctioning unit. *
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters. *
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical system wiring from control wiring up to 480 volts. Install, remove and modify equipment.
• Notify Lead Operation Technician and Regional Manager of shutdown or major changes in power output of unit. *
• Maintain all plant equipment and structures in accordance with manufactures and Archaea Energy guidelines. *
• Maintain a clean work space including the plant building, control room, rest room, break room and grounds. *
• Write routine reports and correspondence. *
• Maintain daily operation logs for shift in accordance with prescribed standards. *
• Assist in planning maintenance and outage activities. *
• Assist in defining, ordering and procuring all required parts. *
• Responds in a timely manner to callouts and work overtime as required. *
• Perform analytical tests as needed (i.e. PH, Conductivity, methane, H2S, moisture). *
• Implement all safety procedures to included lockout tag out procedures. *
• Perform all aspects of Hazardous waste handling and management in accordance with training. Duties may range from filling of waste containers, proper labeling, movement of containers, completing appropriate paperwork, and signing of Hazardous waste shipping manifest or receiving hazardous products. *

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other functions may be assigned as business conditions change.

• Stands on feet in an upright position for continuous periods of time during the shift. (Standing)
• Raises or lowers objects (weighing up to 60 lbs.) from one level to another regularly during the shift. (Lifting)
• Bends forward by bending at the waist or by bending legs and spine regularly during the shift. (Stooping and Crouching)
• Exerts force up to 60 lbs. to move an object to or away from the employee regularly during the shift. (Pulling and/or Pushing)
• Carries objects in arms or on the shoulders regularly during the shift. (Carrying)
• Picks up objects with fingers regularly during the shift. (Grasping)
• Uses hands and arms to reach for objects regularly during the shift. (Reaching)
• Regularly required to talk, hear and communicate using hand signals.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Specific Competencies

• Safety (displays strong commitment to safety and completes safety training)
• Attitude (displays positive attitude during plant upsets and challenges)
• Productivity (completes work in a timely manner)
• Quality (gets the job done correctly)
• Initiative (completes work with minimum supervision and seeks new and better methods to do the job)
• Dependability (shows up to work and responds promptly to all call outs)
• Attendance (employee’s record for being at work regularly and on time)
• Communication (effectively communicates with team members and management)
• Teamwork (works effectively with team, management and customers)
• Customer focus (consistently focuses on the customer)
• Ethics, Integrity and Character (treats people honestly and with respect)

Plant Specific Equipment

• Gas Compressors
• CO2 Compressors
• Vilter Gas Compressors
• Reciprocating Compressors
• Thermal-Oxidizers
• De-Oxo
• Amine
• Mole Sieve Process Dryers
• Cryogenic NRU
• Gas Chromatographs
• H2S Removal Systems
• Membrane CO2 Removal
• Centrifugal Blowers
• Glycol Chilling Systems with Exchangers
• Other equipment as required

Desired Background or Training

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate Electrical, Chemical and Mechanical experience.
• Previous landfill gas operation experience a plus, minimum of 1-3 years in landfill gas processing, chemical plant operations, industrial gas operations, or power plant operations or equivalent.
• Experience with water chemistry

Skills, Experience Required

• Understanding of process control systems as applied to landfill gas collection and processing.
• Technical / Troubleshooting skills with ability to read and understand complex technical manuals and schematics.
• Understanding a variety of sensors and transducer systems, calibrate, and troubleshoot different types of pressure, level, flow and temperature sensors, understand the complete plant process and how it’s affected by the control system, including troubleshooting mechanical systems as required.
• Knowledge of basic math, gas chemistry, piping and instrumentation drawings.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow established procedures with minimal amount of general supervision (i.e., work independently).
• Ability to recognize colors, able to distinguish between the red and green status indicators on PLC and wire colors.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively to employees of the organization.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Proficient using computers (experience using MS Word, Excel and email systems) and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters, perform fault finding and repair as well as required scheduled maintenance.
• Basic chemical and mechanical experience
• Hands-on mechanical and process equipment
• Previous landfill and or gas processing experience
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, must pass background check, hearing and DOT drug test

Skills, Experience Preferred

• 3 years’ experience in landfill gas processing, or power plant operations
• Any technical certification or training is a plus

Training Requirements

• Demonstration of control system operation including information access, control manipulation, and alarm retrieval.
• Explanation of the operation of the compressors, process skid, refrigeration unit, and sulfa treat system. Demonstration/simulation of a unit start-up, shutdown, and/or casualty response as described in the Operating Instructions and governed by prudent operating practices.
• Environmental and regulatory compliance and reporting requirements.
• Required to complete the following hazardous waste training classes within the first 6 months of hire date:
• Hazwoper 40-hour initial training and 8-hour recurrent refresher course
• Storing and Shipping Hazardous Waste: Large Quantity Generators
• Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification

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 a bp company. bp is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. View our policy statement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

If you are a US-based applicant or you are applying to a position in the US and you are an individual with disability or a disabled veteran, and would like any type of assistance to apply or to access or to attend any recruitment or selection event, system or process, we would like to help you to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you need assistance, information or answers to your questions, feel free to contact us or have any of your representatives contact us at humanresources@archaea.energy.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.50 per hour

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:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Landfill gas or gas processing: 1 year (Required)
• Basic Electrical: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Throop, PA 18512: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person