Plant Operator - Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Job at Waga Energy, Davenport, IA

  • Waga Energy
  • Davenport, IA

Job Description

Plant Operator

As a Plant Operator, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operation, monitoring, and maintenance of a WAGABOX® facility that converts landfill gas into Renewable Natural Gas (RNG). You'll play a hands-on role in keeping the plant operating safely, efficiently, and reliably by performing inspections, troubleshooting equipment issues, and completing preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance team, you'll help maximize plant uptime while supporting Waga Energy's mission to deliver clean, renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Perform daily plant inspections, monitoring rounds, and equipment checks to ensure safe and efficient operation of the facility

Monitor operating conditions, collect performance data, and communicate findings through routine reports

Troubleshoot and perform corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment

Complete preventive maintenance activities, including filter, oil, carbon, and sensor changes

Support annual shutdowns, commissioning activities, and ongoing plant improvement efforts

Serve as the primary on-site contact for vendors, contractors, and visitors to the facility

Utilize the CMMS system to document maintenance activities and track equipment history

Promote a strong safety culture by following site safety procedures, ensuring proper PPE usage, and reporting safety concerns

Technical or vocational education in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or a related field preferred

3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, plant operations, field service, or a similar role

Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment

Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work safely and accurately

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Experience in oil & gas, chemical processing, manufacturing, energy, or other industrial environments is a plus

Waga offers a competitive annual salary and benefits package including 20 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays and paid parental leave along with health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

Waga Energy's recruiting process typically includes the following steps:

Interview with human resources representation via phone or Teams.

Candidate completes Predictive Index (PI) assessment.

Interview with department manager via Teams.

Interview with executive level manager via Teams or in person.

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