Biogas Plant Operator

California Bioenergy LLC•Summit, SD

70d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting a biogas facility and its processes. The role provides technical oversight of plant operations and helps ensure compliance with state regulations. Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the operator works independently and is important to the smooth functioning of the facility. This is a safety-sensitive position. The work is based in Lakeside, South Dakota, at industrial and agricultural locations, primarily outdoors. The operator works in conditions that may include temperatures from -40°F in winter to 110°F in summer, limited exposure to hazardous materials or toxic fumes requiring approved personal protective equipment, and regular exposure to cold, heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other typical industrial conditions. The position requires heavy lifting under 50 pounds and may require climbing ladders or stairs. On-call rotating weekends are part of the schedule.

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 and/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, using approved personal protective equipment as 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 ensure 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 on-site and at pump stations.
Conduct weekend checks of the treatment plant on a rotating basis.
Ensure all work complies with OSHA safety regulations.
Maintain open communication with the Supervisor regarding plant operations and malfunctions.
Actively participate in the plant safety program.
Use CMMS software to track work orders and maintenance requests.
Perform other duties as assigned.