RNG Technician

Vitol•Jonesboro, AR

About The Position

Vitol BioMethane, LLC is seeking an RNG Technician to support its landfill gas-to-energy projects at an assigned RNG plant, with oversight responsibilities for additional facilities as needed. The role is the on-site technical lead for full-scope operations and maintenance of the wellfield, gas collection and control system (GCCS), RNG plant, and pipeline systems. It supports renewable natural gas production and methane recovery while maintaining compliance and operational excellence. The technician develops and oversees wellfield optimization, coordinates with landfill management on filling plans and grading schedules, monitors plant and pipeline conditions, and responds to risks that could affect gas recovery or system reliability. The role plans and leads preventive and corrective maintenance, serves as a subject matter expert on critical process equipment, troubleshoots instrumentation and controls, coordinates contractor and vendor work, and supports reliability planning and root-cause analysis. The position champions safety and regulatory compliance, supports inspections and environmental reporting, and ensures required records and operational documentation are accurate. It also coordinates and mentors technicians, contributes to onboarding and training, and works with the Plant Manager on workforce planning and scheduling. Periodic travel to other company sites may be required for troubleshooting, training, or commissioning support. The position involves call-outs, shift coverage, weekends, and holidays to support continuous operations, as well as outdoor work in industrial environments and active landfills.

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.
Skill in diagnosing, calibrating, and maintaining instrumentation and control equipment.
Strong organizational and documentation skills, and ability to work independently and make informed operational decisions.
Availability for call-outs, shift coverage, weekends, and holidays to support continuous operations.
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 OSHA 30 certification.
HAZWOPER certification.
Confined Space Entry certification.
Electrical or Mechanical Maintenance certification.
Strategic, proactive approach to wellfield, GCCS, and plant optimization and team leadership.
Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Mentoring ability and a commitment to developing others and fostering 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 on filling plans and grading schedules, advocate for gas collection system integrity, and escalate risks to methane recovery or system reliability.
Plan, schedule, and lead preventive and corrective maintenance for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems associated with GCCS and plant applications.
Troubleshoot critical equipment and advanced instrumentation and control systems, including calibration and loop checks.
Coordinate contractor and vendor maintenance work and verify work quality and adherence to company standards.
Develop and maintain spare-parts inventories 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.
Model safe behavior and reinforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, PHMSA, company policies, and site-specific air permit requirements.
Ensure Job Safety Analyses, hazard assessments, and safety audits are used and reviewed, and that corrective actions are completed.
Oversee adherence to Lockout/Tagout and work permit requirements, including hot work, ground disturbance, lifting operations, and confined-space determinations.
Ensure accurate documentation for air, waste, and renewable fuel compliance, including RINs, RFS, and QAP.
Lead responses to oxygen excursions or methane recovery losses originating in the wellfield.
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 and contribute to training materials, SOPs, and preventive maintenance programs.
Support the Plant Manager with workforce planning, scheduling, and cross-training initiatives.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for operations staff and facilitate communication between field personnel and engineering or management teams.
Oversee maintenance records, work orders, and operational logs in the CMMS.
Review and approve daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
Track and report performance KPIs, including uptime, gas throughput, methane recovery, and efficiency.
Support audits and data collection for renewable energy credit verification and environmental compliance.