Senior RNG Technician

The Senior RNG Technician is an experienced field operator responsible for the safe compliant and efficient operation and maintenance of the wellfield GCCS RNG plant and pipeline systems.

This role provides advanced troubleshooting optimization leadership and mentorship while ensuring full-site operational coverage and maximizing methane recovery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operations and Optimization:

• Lead daily operations of RNG processing facilities GCCS infrastructure and pipeline systems.
• Lead routine and non-routine landfill gas monitoring and wellfield balancing strategies.
• Evaluate system performance trends and proactively adjust vacuum liquids management and header configurations to minimize oxygen intrusion.
• Oversee well dewatering programs and pump system performance.
• Coordinate infrastructure modifications required due to landfill development.
• Regularly perform work within active landfill fill areas.
• Evaluate landfill operational impacts on GCCS performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate access and protection of gas infrastructure during landfill activities.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Perform and lead preventive maintenance for mechanical electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose and correct faults in all site infrastructure; compressors blowers pumps membranes PSA units analyzers sensors and related plant systems.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting of control systems and instrumentation including calibration of flow pressure temperature and level sensors.
• Test and repair electrical circuits (up to 480V) using meters and diagnostic tools while maintaining compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.
• Support planning and execution of scheduled outages and maintenance activities including defining parts tools and contractor requirements.
• Perform and lead preventive and corrective maintenance for mechanical electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose and correct wellhead lateral header and condensate system deficiencies.
• Lead HDPE pipe repairs well tie-ins valve replacements and minor construction activities.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with OSHA EPA PHMSA and site air permit requirements.
• Support environmental monitoring events and regulatory inspections.
• Implement and document LOTO and required safety permits.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment consistent with company standards.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Mentor and train RNG Technicians in operations troubleshooting and safety practices.
• Serve as acting Lead Technician when the Lead Technician is unavailable.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams during commissioning performance testing and process optimization initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams including maintenance environmental and compliance personnel.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate operations and maintenance records.
• Prepare reports summarizing plant performance downtime and corrective actions.
• Support renewable energy credit documentation and environmental compliance reporting.
• Ensure accurate hazardous waste labeling movement and manifest documentation per regulatory requirements.

This job opening will be located in Mt Vernon Alabama. Relocation assistance will be provided 

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance process operations electrical systems or instrumentation preferred.
• 3 years of experience in landfill gas processing RNG biogas chemical plant or power generation facility operations.
• Proficiency in mechanical electrical and process troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
• Experience with advanced instrumentation process controls and SCADA systems.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring junior technicians strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of process control systems mechanical systems and electrical circuits.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
• Skilled in diagnosing calibrating and maintaining instrumentation and control equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook) and computerized maintenance systems.
• Effective communicator with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make informed operational decisions.

Location and Availability:

• Based at a designated plant location with potential rotation to other sites as needed.
• Availability for shift work weekends holidays and on-call rotations as required for 24/7 operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs climb ladders and work in confined spaces or at elevated heights.
• Work in outdoor environments including active landfills with exposure to varying weather noise and industrial hazards (e.g. methane H₂S).

Desirable Attributes:

• Proactive problem solver focused on continuous improvement.
• Commitment to integrity safety environmental stewardship and operational excellence.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities in dynamic environments.

This job opening will be located in Mt Vernon Alabama. Relocation assistance will be provided 

Additional Information :

Comprehensive benefit coverage includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Vacation
• 401k with company contributions
• Life insurance
• Short-term & Long-term disability

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time