Digester Compliance Assistant

CalBio projects benefit the environment both globally and locally. Working with the dairies we capture methane, a potent greenhouse gas, that currently is released into the atmosphere and use it beneficially. Our projects reduce CO2e emissions by over one million metric tons per year, and we are on track to double these CO2e reductions over the next three years.

Job Summary:

The Digester Compliance Assistant will work under the supervision of the Digester Compliance Manager to provide digester health and performance support for California Bioenergy operating locations to prevent and mitigate derogated production from the dairy digesters. The Digester Compliance Assistant along with Digester Compliance Manager will inspect digesters, conduct required LCRS/Lysimeter pump outs and assist in on-site safety to ensure compliance with company, State, and Federal policies and regulations to ensure California Bioenergy remains in compliance with all governmental regulations. Responsibilities also include documenting survey inspections and results, citing underperforming digesters, recommending corrective actions needed, performing necessary digester repairs, and identifying necessary changes to site conditions and safety performance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Conduct monthly LDAR surveys of all operational digesters.
• Conduct LDAR surveys on non-scheduled digesters, as necessary.
• Perform LCRS/Lysimeter pump outs adhering to compliance schedule (monthly or quarterly as detailed in permit).
• Strong personal presence at the worksite helps employees learn to recognize hazards and protect themselves and their co-workers.
• Observe task performance to ensure compliance with site and regulatory requirements.
• Document and track inspection results and, along with Digester Compliance Manager, report to Director of EHS any needed corrections.
• Conduct behavior-based safety observations and coach employees as required.
• Adhere to all site PPE requirements and correct any variance from needed PPE by company, visitors, or contractors.
• Enter needed corrective actions in Maintenance.
• Monitor site security during site visits and present any concerns to Director of EHS to be addressed.
• Ensure LDAR equipment is in good running condition and work with Digester Compliance Manager to correct any issues as needed.
• Ensure pump out equipment is maintained in good working order and work with Digester Compliance Manager to correct issues as needed.

• Successful completion of 4 years of high school or equivalent required.
• Completion of LDAR equipment training (can be completed soon after starting).
• Experience in identifying potential hazards and risks and the ability to correct these risks.
• Influential leadership skills sufficient to coach and train employees in the field
• Knowledge of Water Board digester permits.
• Knowledge of OSHA health and safety policies and regulations.
• Willingness to work in the field or from a vehicle more than 90%.
• Ability to anticipate, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices during task performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication required.
• Proficiency in Windows-based applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) on a PC or tablet required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle in California are required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize job duties, and work in a fast-paced work environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Work locations are industrial and agricultural, primarily outdoors in the Central Valley of California. Temperatures range from forty deg F in the winter to 115 deg F in the summer. Limited exposure to hazardous materials and/or toxic fumes will require the use of approved personal protective equipment. Regular exposure to heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other conditions normally encountered in an industrial environment should be expected. California Bioenergy will ensure all applicable work rules and safety requirements are closely adhered to.
• This position will require heavy lifting (<50 lbs.) and/or climbing ladder and/or stairs.