What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operations Technician position at Vitol?
Company Description
Job Description
Vitol BioMethane, LLC (VBM) is seeking a Plant Operations Technician for our Landfill Gas to Energy (RNG) project located at the Texoma Area Solid Waste Authority Landfill (TASWA) in Whitesboro, TX. This is an opportunity to join a growing team and be a part of the energy transition by supporting production of a renewable energy source.
This full-time position is based on-site, working a standard eight (8) hour shift, Monday through Friday and the ability to be “on-call”. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned.
Position Summary:
- Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain the RNG plant facility equipment including, but not limited to, blowers, sumps, compressors, valves, vessels, pumps, meters, analyzers, instrumentation, controls, and SCADA
- Perform mechanical and I&E maintenance and repair tasks for the RNG plant facility equipment including, but not limited to, blowers, sumps, compressors, valves, vessels, pumps, flares, meters, analyzers, instrumentation and controls
- Follow all company compliance, safety, and operational procedures, policies, permits, and other Local, State, and Federal laws including DOT(PHMSA) requirements
- Record and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly plant logs
- Assist in various plant project and construction related tasks as assigned
- Effectively communicate with and assist on-site staff, including Supervisors and co-workers
- Follow and enhance all company safety procedures and policies
- Most of the work will be conducted at the site. Some travel may be required (approximately 10%) to help on other sites when needed.
- Assist the Landfill Gas Operations Team as needed
Qualifications
- Maintain a current and valid Driver's License
- Mechanically inclined
- 2-year Associate’s Degree preferred
- 2 or more years of plant operations experience preferred, with a preference for Renewable Natural Gas experience
- Ability to move and lift 50 pounds
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to use Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel)
- Enthusiastic and able to work well with others in a team-oriented environment
Additional Information
- Comprehensive benefit coverage includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k with company contributions
- Life insurance
- Short-term & Long-term disability
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
