Renewable Energy Engine Plant Technician

The Renewable Energy Engine Plant Technician at Waste Management in Coeur d'Alene, ID, oversees the Landfill Gas to Energy Facility, ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and maintenance. Responsibilities include managing production, conducting inspections, reporting on equipment issues, and maintaining relationships with energy purchasers. The role requires a high school diploma and five years of relevant experience, with the ability to lift 100 lbs and travel up to 15%. Benefits include relocation assistance and health insurance.
About the position

The position involves managing the Landfill Gas to Energy Facility to maximize production while ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and timely maintenance. The role requires acting as a plant owner, being available to meet the facility's objectives, and coordinating with landfill management and operations.

Responsibilities
• Manage the Landfill Gas to Energy Facility to maximize production.
,
• Ensure safe work practices and environmental compliance.
,
• Conduct timely maintenance and compliance with contracts.
,
• Evaluate operational data to manage production capacity and reduce operating expenses.
,
• Inspect ongoing activities for safety and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.
,
• Report and develop recommendations for corrective actions on equipment issues.
,
• Ensure compliance with air permit operational requirements.
,
• Represent the company during third-party testing and regulatory inspections.
,
• Manage relationships with power/gas purchasers regarding facility operations.
,
• Inspect and maintain plant machinery and equipment according to procedures and manuals.
,
• Implement safety policies and ensure adherence by all personnel and visitors.
,
• Procure plant supplies and manage the annual budget efficiently.
,
• Respond to plant shutdowns during non-business hours and rectify issues promptly.
,
• Identify backup staff and manage call-out schedules for emergencies.
,
• Maintain facility spare inventory and conduct inventory counts twice annually.
,
• Conduct plant tours to support community relations and represent the company as a technical expert.
,
• Participate in public forums for business development and community education.

Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
,
• 5 years of relevant work experience diagnosing and repairing internal combustion engines and cooling systems.
,
• Valid driver's license.
,
• Fundamental knowledge of computer data entry and interpretation.
,
• Ability to manage fiduciary responsibilities.
,
• Ability to lift a minimum of 100 lbs.
,
• Ability to travel up to 15% with overnight stays.
,
• Ability to diagnose and repair DC circuits 12/24 volts.
,
• Basic knowledge of 120/240/480 3-phase volt AC circuits.
,
• Understanding of concepts of 4160 volt circuits.
,
• Familiarity with basic principles of building maintenance.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Relocation Assistance of $2500
,
• Sign On Bonus
,
• Base Salary + Form of OT & Annual Bonus
,
• Discretionary paid time off with Manager approval
,
• 100% paid tuition for employees and their families
,
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability
,
• Stock Purchase Plan
,
• Company match on 401K
,
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days