RNG Technician

Vitol•Lufkin, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Vitol BioMethane, LLC (VBM), part of the global Vitol group, is seeking an RNG Technician for Landfill Gas to Energy projects at designated plant locations throughout the country. This field-based operator is responsible for the safe, compliant, and reliable operation and maintenance of renewable natural gas site assets, including the landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS), wellfield infrastructure, RNG processing plant, compression systems, and associated pipeline equipment. Technicians support all site assets, maximizing methane recovery, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring safe, uninterrupted production. The position involves operating and monitoring equipment, conducting landfill gas field monitoring and optimization, completing routine rounds, and supporting startup, shutdown, maintenance, repairs, and construction activities. Work regularly takes place in active landfill areas and requires coordination with landfill operations personnel, safe interaction with heavy equipment and changing terrain, and identification of activities that may affect system integrity or methane recovery. The technician follows company, OSHA, EPA, and PHMSA requirements; participates in required permits and Lockout/Tagout procedures; documents operating, maintenance, and compliance information; and collaborates with fellow technicians, the Plant Manager, contractors, and support teams. The role is based at a designated plant, with potential rotation to other facilities, and requires availability for shift work, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations. Outdoor work may involve varying weather, methane and hydrogen sulfide exposure, uneven terrain, ladders, confined or elevated areas, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic mechanical and technical proficiency.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and document process data accurately.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong understanding of process control systems, mechanical systems, and electrical circuits.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Skill in diagnosing, calibrating, and maintaining instrumentation and control equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and computerized maintenance systems.
Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make informed operational decisions.
Availability for shift work, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated areas.
Ability to traverse uneven, muddy, or steep terrain in active landfill environments.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and with exposure to methane and hydrogen sulfide (H₂S).
Ability to safely operate ATVs/UTVs and light or heavy equipment.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience in industrial operations, maintenance, landfill gas, or gas processing.
Strong work ethic and attention to safety and detail.
Commitment to teamwork, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
Adaptability and dependability, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic field conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor wellfield, GCCS, plant, and pipeline equipment.
Conduct routine and non-routine landfill gas field monitoring, including wellhead inspections, header evaluations, vacuum adjustments, and system balancing.
Adjust the wellfield to maximize methane recovery and minimize oxygen intrusion; support gas-chasing and field optimization efforts.
Perform site rounds covering wells, headers, blowers, compressors, membranes or PSA systems, and metering infrastructure.
Assist with equipment startup, shutdown, and normal operating adjustments.
Operate wheeled and tracked light and heavy equipment to support site repairs and maintenance.
Work in active landfill fill areas in coordination with landfill operations personnel, and identify landfill activities that could affect gas collection system integrity or methane recovery.
Follow company, OSHA, EPA, and PHMSA safety and environmental standards; participate in and document Lockout/Tagout and required work permits.
Assist with field monitoring supporting site air permit requirements and document well adjustments, repairs, and modifications in accordance with compliance standards.
Use stop work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance across wellfield, plant, and pipeline systems.
Troubleshoot and repair wellheads, lateral piping, header systems, valves, condensate infrastructure, and other GCCS components.
Perform dewatering activities, including pump inspection, troubleshooting, and replacement.
Assist with HDPE pipe repairs, well tie-ins, valve replacements, header extensions, and minor field construction.
Support contractors during maintenance and construction work.
Coordinate daily tasks and shift handovers with fellow technicians and the Plant Manager.
Participate in training to build technical proficiency and comply with SOPs.
Communicate operational and maintenance issues to peers, leadership, and support teams; contribute to a strong safety and teamwork culture.
Collect and record operational and compliance data, including flow, pressure, temperature, and gas quality.
Maintain accurate daily logs, maintenance records, and operational documentation.
Support renewable energy credit and environmental compliance reporting.