Plant Operator Renewable Natural Gas

Job Title: Plant Operator – Sedalia, Missouri

Company Overview: ENERGYneering Solutions Inc. ® (ESI) provides exceptional technical expertise in engineering and operations for the biogas utilization and management industries. Since 2007, ESI has specialized in design, construction, and operations for biogas projects that collectively produce over one million MWh of renewable electricity and over 50 million gallons of renewable vehicle fuel every year. ESI is built upon the principle of providing our clients with unmatched experience, flexibility, and follow-through.

Job Overview: Operate a Landfill Gas to Renewable Natural Gas Plant “RNG” facility to maximize production. Operator will work closely with Plant Manager to conduct all plant routine and non-routine maintenance and repairs. The Operator will take ownership in plant performance and tackle challenges to help Operations Leadership achieve their goals. This is a hands-on role where a willingness to learn and commitment to safety culture will be crucial. Although this is a great role for an independent, self-motivated individual, you will not be alone! You will have an amazing team at your disposal to help you run problems to ground and actualize solutions. The plant will be managed and operated by three personnel - Plant Manager and two Plant Operators. Reports ToThe Operator reports to the Director of RNG Operations.

Location: The Operator position is based out of Sedalia, Missouri (Plant). The candidate should take up residence within 50 miles of the Plant. Travel may be required to other Plants or Corporate office locations.

Responsibilities and Duties: Operate and maintain the Plant and all associated equipment in a safe, detailed, organized, and presentable manner. Tasks may include housekeeping, weeding, or site maintenance, minor fabrication and the like. Manage, diagnose, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems. Remote and onsite assistance is available for unresolved issues. Learn to maximize SCADA utilization for predictive and proactive operations and maintenance. Perform maintenance and repairs on all major and ancillary equipment. Balance of plant equipment may include but is not limited to: site vehicles, gas analyzers, air compressors, gas compressors, radiators, air handling equipment, pumps, filters, flares, gas treatment equipment, and other site-specific equipment. Use the Operational Data Management System (ODMS) to track and record events, operational data, and daily “walk around” readings. Understand, follow, and assist with compliance regulations for the Plant. This may include record keeping, gathering data, performing inspections, keeping permits posted, maintaining compliance equipment, and meeting with inspectors. Respond to Plant callouts in a timely and professional manner (typically considered within 2 hours).Assist with training of coworkers or temporary Operators at the Plant. Travel to assist Operators at other Plants, backup or fill in for another Operator, or for training. Use ESI’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) where available. Recommend and assist in further SOP development. Maximize Plant efficiencies. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications and Requirements 1 - 5 years of Plant operations and other related experience. Trade school certification, high school diploma or GED.Strong mechanical aptitude and background. Ability to read and understand basic Process Flow Diagrams and Electrical Schematics. Ability to use basic troubleshooting tools. i.e. Multimeters, Thermographic, Measurement and Gas Testing Equipment. Basic Windows based computer skills. Established troubleshooting skills. Experience in maintenance planning and preventative maintenance strategies. General working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).Must be able to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively with the customer and ESI team members.12 hour shifts required, with schedule rotating in accordance with team requirements and scheduling from the Plant Manager. Must be able to safely climb on and off ladders and large equipment and be capable of safely lifting and maneuvering heavy objects, including materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance from a team member. This role may require compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including the following mandatory testing:o DOT pre-employment drug test.o Random drug and alcohol testing as per DOT regulations.o Post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing requirements.· Valid driver’s license for state of residence and eligibility for coverage under our corporate driver's insurance policy based on DMV history.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in some of or all the following industries: Renewable Energy; Gas Processing; Chemical; Power; Waste Management; Environmental Air Quality Control Systems. Instrumentation and Controls background (PLC, VFD, Electrical).Renewable Natural Gas Experience. Associates or Baccalaureate Degree. Formal training in Root Cause Analysis methodology.

Ideal Candidate: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to deal with complex problems and present recommendations and findings in a clear, concise format; ability to interact effectively at all levels within and outside of ESI. Ability to communicate effectively with team members, customers, vendors, contractors, and leadership. Quick learner who adapts well to a fast-moving environment and gets things done, combines creativity, problem-solving skills, and a can-do attitude to overcome any obstacle. Highly motivated and willing to take on multiple responsibilities at once; strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in an environment with changing priorities. Experience in process optimization, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis (RCA) in an energy or manufacturing environment. Experience with process metrics and reporting key performance indicators (KPI).Ability to communicate effectively across a broad range of audiences including customers, management, technical/engineering support, and field personnel. Experience in maintenance planning and preventative maintenance strategies. Experience tuning control loops. Travel Ability and willingness to travel Travel up to 15%.Benefits Designed to Work for You: Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor) Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insuranceHSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days Time Off - We offer a variety of paid time off options to support rest, wellness, and personal needs: Paid Time OffPaid Holidays Bereavement LeaveESI employees value pride of ownership, a limitless desire to learn, and a relentless approach to solving any challenge. A successful ESI employee not only embraces these values but knows when to lean on the team for support and guidance. We acknowledge that our fast-paced and dynamic environment is not for everyone, but if you are looking for independence and new challenges, ESI will be a great fit. This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.#ESI