Process Operator, Renewable Natural Gas
About The Position
The Full Circle project generates approximately 519 MMBTUs of renewable natural gas (RNG) per day from around 6,920 wet cow equivalents, with the RNG being directly injected into the Northwestern Energy pipeline. Opportunity Summary The Process Operator at the Full Circle RNG project is responsible for performing activities associated with the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the facilities in compliance with all regulatory permits. Responsibilities will include performing a variety of skilled operational tasks throughout the day which includes interfacing with the SCADA system, running analytical tests and performing technical maintenance work supporting the operation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency; technical college degree or vocational training desired
- Knowledge of wastewater operations a plus
- Basic understanding of the anaerobic digestion process; willingness to learn process and operating procedures; previous anaerobic process experience is desired
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to actively listen to others for understanding
- Ability to handle multiple tasks
- Must be able to work well with others
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures.
- All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.
- There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
Responsibilities
- Assist with operations, maintenance and overall activities associated with the facility
- Assist in the anaerobic digestion process by monitoring equipment, gauges and charts in the digester, electrical generation, and waste treatment processes
- Record and analyze statistical data concerning plant operations ensuring that the plant is running as specified
- Troubleshoot failures and malfunctions to determine the root cause and maintain, operate, repair and replace equipment as necessary
- Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other water quality monitoring equipment
- Collect samples for testing and reporting and performs lab analysis for process control
- Ensure that plant operates within required standards
- Monitor performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of the treatment plant
- Maintain a clean and presentable plant environment
- Other duties and project work as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
