Shop Technician

bp • Oakfield, NY

7d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

About Archaea bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And while we’re still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to help us support the global energy transition. Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust development pipeline. Introductory Employment Period: Your employment with Archaea will begin with an introductory period of 90 days, starting from your first day of work. The introductory period is intended to support your transition into the role and provide an opportunity for both you and the Company to ensure a strong mutual fit. During this time, we’ll work together to assess how your performance, conduct, and reliability align with the expectations of the position and the values of our organization, while also offering guidance and feedback to help you succeed. During this time, your supervisor will evaluate your ability to meet the expectations of your role, including but not limited to: Consistent and timely attendance Quality and accuracy of work Ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards Adherence to company policies and procedures and the bp Code of Conduct Professional behavior and collaboration with team members and management At the conclusion of the introductory period, your performance will be reviewed. If you successfully demonstrate satisfactory performance consistent with the criteria set forth above, your continued at-will employment will be confirmed. If, however, you do not successfully demonstrate performance consistent with the criteria set forth above, your employment with Archaea will be terminated at the end of the probationary period. Note that, your employment with Archaea is at-will both during the probationary period and if you successfully complete the probationary period. At-will means that either you or Archaea may terminate your employment at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. About the role The Shop Technician/Machinist is responsible for learning all aspects of the equipment and engine repair, tune-up, overhaul and rebuild process for a reciprocating engine and other auxiliary equipment used in a landfill gas fueled power plant.

Requirements

• HS Diploma required
• Experience with plant operations and maintenance.
• Experience with precision machining equipment.
• Unyielding dedication to safety and able to positively represent the company’s safety culture.
• Knowledgeable on the use of basic hand tools.
• Basic Mechanical and electrical experience and or training.
• Able to understand and comprehend basic operation of all power plant equipment.
• Read and comprehend equipment manuals.
• The work hours are Monday - Friday, 6am - 4:30pm. The work schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion.
• Overtime maybe required to meet various business needs.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Strong dedication to safety and active participation in safety training.
• Maintains a solid understanding of a landfill gas power plants interaction among the various systems and components.
• Maintains a detailed understanding of gaseous fueled reciprocating engines; specifically the Caterpillar G3520C and or G3516A.
• Performs major equipment and engine repairs, tune-ups, rebuilds and overhauls on the landfill gas engines and equipment.
• Rebuilds all plant equipment on and off-line.
• Welds, fabricates and machines parts for the engine rebuilds and overhauls.
• Maintains an inventory of tools, parts, fluids and other supplies for shop operations.
• Able to draw a schematic of all systems and complete a written description of all system operation.
• Occasionally will be required to provide onsite support to power plants for major maintenance operations and /or for operational capacity.
• Performs rebuilds of standard high volume power plant components.
• Performs rebuilds of advance components such as vacuum pumps, gas blowers and heat exchangers.
• Assists other Company facilities as directed by management.
• Finishes the Company and regulatory training.
• Overtime maybe required to meet various business needs.

Benefits

• This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees).
• You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays.
• Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
• Quarterly Momentum Bonus
• 401K Program
• Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees