Plant Operator

Montauk Renewables seeks a Plant Operator in Amsterdam, OH, to manage daily operations and maintenance of a landfill gas processing plant. Responsibilities include equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, and data monitoring for compliance. Candidates should have 3+ years of operations experience, knowledge of PLC systems, and strong communication skills. The role requires physical capability and offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
Summary

Title:

Plant Operator

ID:

2206

Location:

Amsterdam, OH

Department:

Operations

Description

Job Title: Plant Operator

Non-Exempt

Reports To: Plant Manager

Company Summary:

Montauk Renewables, Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTK) is a renewable energy company specializing in the management, recovery, and conversion of biogas into RNG. The Company captures methane, preventing it from being released into the atmosphere, and converts it into either RNG or electrical power for the electrical grid (“Renewable Electricity”). The Company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has more than 30 years of experience in the development, operation, and management of landfill methane-fueled renewable energy projects. The Company has current operations at 15 operating projects located in California, Idaho, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Texas. The Company sells RNG and Renewable Electricity, taking advantage of Environmental Attribute premiums available under federal and state policies that incentivize their use.

Job Summary:

Participates in the operation and maintenance activities of a landfill gas

processing plant and wellfield collection system as directed by the Facility Manager.

Strives to achieve high standards of safety and environmental integrity while

maintaining maximum processing production.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:
• Responsible for daily operations, maintenance, and repair, including daily logs, preventive maintenance tasks, and reporting requirements.
• Perform and assist with inspection and overhaul activities.
• Perform equipment inspection, maintenance tasks, troubleshooting and diagnoses of plant equipment and systems.
• Oversee, (and to the extent necessary participate with) subcontractors in the

performance of equipment service work, and in overhaul activities as required.
• Properly tune and balance the gas collection system wellheads in order to achieve performance standard
• Routine Blower / Flare Operations
• Operate a gas chromatograph and enter data via the computer
• Monitor and collect data for verification of NSPS compliance
• Condensate Management System Maintenance
• Oversee (and to the extent necessary participate with) subcontractors in system expansions and modifications as required

Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum 3+ years’ equipment operations experience using mechanical, electrical, instrument or control system skills.
• High School, GED, technical training school, Associates Degree level graduate.
• Knowledge of PLC
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel.
• Strong verbal, written, computer communication and organization skills.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively in a team environment.
• Valid Drivers’ License issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• Flexibility for ‘on call’ support or varied schedule needs

Skills Desire:
• Familiarity with PLC systems
• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical knowledge and repair abilities
• Natural or landfill gas plant operations experience desirable

Physical Demands:

Occasional lifting or moving heavy materials, ability to use a variety of tools, ability

to walk over uneven terrain.

Benefits:
• Full-Time employees are eligible for a strong benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Long term disability, and life insurance
• Retirement 401K
• Pay is commensurate with qualifications.

Montauk Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age. We are a drug free work environment based on Federal guidelines and use e-verify to confirm employment eligibility.