Biogas Plant Operator
About The Position
The Plant Operator operates, monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots the biogas facility and its processes, providing technical oversight of plant operations and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the operator works independently and plays a key role in keeping the facility running smoothly. This is a safety-sensitive position. The work is based in Brookings, South Dakota, at industrial and agricultural locations, primarily outdoors. Conditions include temperatures from -40°F in winter to 110°F in summer, as well as exposure to cold, heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other typical industrial conditions. Limited exposure to hazardous materials or toxic fumes may occur; approved personal protective equipment is required. The role involves lifting under 50 pounds and climbing ladders or stairs. The work schedule includes rotating weekend on-call duties.
Requirements
- Familiarity with safety procedures and practices.
- Ability to respond quickly to changing conditions.
- Proficiency in Windows-based applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Valid South Dakota driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting under 50 pounds and climb ladders or stairs.
- Ability to work in outdoor industrial and agricultural conditions, including exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and limited hazardous materials or toxic fumes; approved personal protective equipment is required.
Nice To Haves
- Background in industrial or gas processing maintenance, or relevant military training.
Responsibilities
- Operate and troubleshoot facility systems.
- Conduct daily checks, walkthroughs, and facility monitoring.
- Perform sampling, testing, and analysis to support optimal plant performance.
- Install, maintain, and repair plant and pump station components.
- Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs of plant equipment.
- Respond to emergencies and breakdowns at the facility and pump stations.
- Conduct weekend checks of the treatment plant on a rotating basis.
- Ensure work complies with OSHA safety regulations.
- Communicate with the Supervisor about plant operations and malfunctions.
- Participate in the plant safety program.
- Use CMMS software to track work orders and maintenance requests.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
