RNG Production Technician I- St. Louis, Missouri

NextEra Energy • Maryland Heights, MO

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About The Position

The RNG Production Technician I is responsible for the operations portion of a renewable natural gas (RNG) production plant, monitoring, operating, and maintaining equipment to ensure a steady supply of specification-grade feedstock RNG is maintained and processed. Equipment includes compressors, pumps, valves, and other process equipment. The technician conducts routine inspections and maintenance, identifies and addresses equipment or process problems, and maintains accurate equipment, maintenance, tracking, and production records.

The role helps ensure compliance with safety and environmental requirements, maintains a clean and organized work environment, and participates in safety meetings and training. Duties also include operating forklifts, loading and unloading trucks when needed, supporting plant projects and construction work, training and cross-training colleagues, and assisting with standard operating procedure reviews and process improvements. The position may require shift work and overtime as needed.

Work is outdoors and may involve exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and extreme weather. Personal protective equipment, including flame-resistant clothing, safety glasses, a hardhat, safety boots, a safety vest, and a personal multi-gas monitor, is required in accordance with company health and safety standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Valid non-CDL driver's license.
• Ability to work shifts and overtime as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors and tolerate exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment in accordance with company health and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
• Prior experience with human-machine interfaces and trending software.
• Experience with reciprocating equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee plant operations, including assisting with facility equipment startup, shutdown, and operation.
• Monitor and troubleshoot operating equipment, observe gauges, dials, switches, alarms, and other indicators, and identify and resolve process problems or deviations.
• Maintain plant processes to meet or exceed pro forma process targets.
• Perform preventive, routine, and other maintenance measures; conduct inspections, area safety inspections, and audits.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules, programs, protocols, and procedures.
• Document equipment maintenance, tracking, and production activities clearly and accurately.
• Maintain communication with plant personnel and management.
• Operate forklifts and oversee forklift operations; load and unload trucks when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment and replenish inventory as needed.
• Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems and perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations.
• Train new hires and cross-train other staff members.
• Assist with plant project planning and execution, including monitoring construction projects and crews working on plant process equipment.
• Provide technical oversight at the direction of leadership.
• Assist with annual standard operating procedure reviews and recommend potential process improvements.
• Participate in safety meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• NextEra Energy offers a range of benefits to support employees and their eligible family members; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.
• Relocation provided, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED