RNG Technician

Vitol•Jonesboro, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Vitol BioMethane, LLC is seeking an RNG Technician to support its Landfill Gas to Energy projects across the country. The position is the on-site technical leader responsible for full-scope operations and maintenance of the wellfield, gas collection and control system (GCCS), RNG plant, and pipeline systems. The role oversees wellfield optimization, landfill coordination, advanced troubleshooting, and technician development to support methane recovery, compliance, and operational performance. The technician develops wellfield optimization strategies, analyzes system data, monitors plant and pipeline processes, and coordinates with landfill management on development plans and infrastructure needs. The role leads preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, vendor and contractor work, spare-parts planning, and root-cause corrective actions. It also champions safety and regulatory compliance, supports inspections and environmental reporting, and leads responses to wellfield oxygen excursions or methane recovery losses. The position coordinates and mentors technicians, supports onboarding and training, and serves as a technical liaison between field personnel and engineering or management. It oversees operational and maintenance documentation, reviews reports, tracks plant performance metrics, and supports audits and renewable energy credit verification. The primary work location is an assigned RNG plant, with oversight of additional facilities as needed and periodic travel to company sites. The role requires availability for call-outs, shift coverage, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in RNG, landfill gas, or industrial gas processing operations, including at least 2 years in a senior or lead technical role.
Demonstrated expertise troubleshooting and maintaining compressors, blowers, membranes, and process control systems.
Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate complex maintenance or operational projects.
Advanced knowledge of process controls, SCADA systems, and industrial automation.
Strong analytical skills for interpreting technical data and optimizing plant performance.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS software.
Effective leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple priorities under limited supervision.
Strong understanding of process control systems, mechanical systems, and electrical circuits.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Ability to diagnose, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and control equipment.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make informed operational decisions.
Availability for call-outs, shift work coverage, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work at elevated heights or in confined spaces.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and industrial environments, including active landfills, with exposure to noise, methane, H₂S, and pressurized systems.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
Must pass a background check, physical, hearing test, and DOT drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or vocational certification in industrial maintenance, instrumentation, or process operations.
OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
HAZWOPER certification.
Confined Space Entry certification.
Electrical or Mechanical Maintenance certification.
Strategic and proactive approach to wellfield, GCCS, and plant optimization and team leadership.
Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Ability to mentor and develop others and foster teamwork across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee wellfield optimization strategies to maximize methane recovery and system efficiency.
Analyze wellfield and GCCS performance data, identify inefficiencies, oxygen events, or methane losses, and implement corrective actions.
Anticipate landfill development impacts and coordinate infrastructure relocation or modification.
Monitor and optimize process conditions across plant and pipeline systems.
Coordinate with landfill management regarding filling plans and grading schedules, advocate for gas collection system integrity, and escalate landfill-related risks.
Plan, schedule, and lead preventive and corrective maintenance for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems associated with GCCS and plant applications.
Serve as a subject matter expert for wellfield and GCCS equipment, compressors, blowers, PSA and membrane systems, analyzers, and gas conditioning units.
Lead troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems, including calibration and loop checks for flow, temperature, pressure, and level devices.
Coordinate contractor and vendor maintenance work and ensure quality and adherence to company standards.
Develop spare-parts inventory lists and reliability maintenance plans for assigned facilities.
Support and review root cause analyses for significant equipment or process failures and implement long-term corrective actions.
Promote safety and compliance with OSHA, EPA, PHMSA, company policies, and site-specific air permit requirements.
Ensure use and review of Job Safety Analyses, hazard assessments, and safety audits, and track completion of corrective actions.
Oversee adherence to Lockout/Tagout and work permit requirements, including hot work, ground disturbance or excavations, lifting operations, and confined space determination.
Ensure completion of documentation for air, waste, and renewable fuel compliance, including RINs, RFS, and QAP.
Lead responses to wellfield oxygen excursions or methane recovery losses.
Support regulatory inspections and environmental reporting.
Coordinate and mentor Senior and RNG Technicians, assign daily work, review performance, and coach skill development.
Lead onboarding and competency assessments for new technicians.
Contribute to training materials, SOPs, and preventive maintenance programs.
Support the Plant Manager with workforce planning, scheduling, and cross-training.
Serve as the primary technical contact for operations staff and bridge communication between field personnel and engineering or management.
Oversee maintenance records, work orders, and operational logs in the CMMS.
Review daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports for accuracy and completeness.
Track and report plant performance KPIs, including uptime, gas throughput, methane recovery, and efficiency.
Support audits and data collection for renewable energy credit verification and environmental compliance.
Travel periodically to other company sites for troubleshooting, training, or commissioning support.