Job Description
Entity:
Supply, Trading & Shipping
Job Family Group:
Operations Group
Job Description:
About Archaea
bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And
while we’re still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to
help us support the global energy transition.
Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG)
producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG,
landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust
development pipeline.
About the role
The plant operator is responsible for the overall safe operation, maintenance and performance of a reciprocating engine in a landfill gas fueled power plant.
Key accountabilities
- Performs facility inspections, maintenance and repairs of plant equipment.
- Monitors and adjusts plant system controls to maximize performance and prevent equipment failure.
- Responds to plant alarms by taking appropriate corrective action and execute plant shut-down and start-up procedures.
- Maintains plant compliance with state and federal permitting requirements, complete all daily, monthly, or annual reporting per requirements.
- Performs maintenance tasks as necessary (i.e. repair or replace worn or broken parts and equipment).
- Performs administrative duties as necessary including daily, weekly, monthly logs and reports (i.e. unit conditions, maintenance, operations, performance, and downtime).
- Maintains an inventory of tools, parts, fluids and other supplies for plant operations.
- Communicate and coordinate plant activities with clients (utility company and landfill personnel).
- Assists other Company facilities as directed by management.
- Completes all Company and regulatory training.
- Strong commitment to safety and active participation in safety training.
- Performs random security inspections and various security checks around the plant.
- Responds to all plant call outs 24/7, on assigned days, in case of any emergencies and failures.
- Overtime maybe required to meet various business needs.
- Interprets electrical schematics and circuits for troubleshooting.
- Understands compliance on emissions and regulatory conditions.
- Understands manipulation of engine performance to meet desired emissions.
- Performs all aspects of Hazardous waste handling and management in accordance with training. Duties may range from filling of waste containers, proper labeling, movement of containers, completing appropriate paperwork, and signing of Hazardous waste shipping manifest or receiving hazardous products.
- As directed by management, assist with the training of operator apprentices and other operators.
- This is not a complete list of duties. Operators may be required to perform additional duties deemed necessary by management.
Essential education
• HS Diploma required
Essential experience
- 2-3 years of plant operations and maintenance experience.
- Work hours vary by plant. The work schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion.
- This position will be on call 24/7, on a rotating basis, in case of any emergencies and failures.
- Overtime maybe required to meet various business needs.
- Must possess ability to read and interpret operations and safety manuals, analyze and apply basic troubleshooting and repair techniques on plant equipment.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must pass background check, physical, hearing and drug test.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in operations and maintenance on CAT G3500 and G3600 gas engines and auxiliary equipment.
- Any technical certification or training is a plus.
- Must possess various computer skills and have good working knowledge of Word, Excel and email systems.
Why join us?
Delivering a better and more balanced energy system requires many different approaches and solutions. All of us
have a part to play. We aim to support our people to learn and grow in an inclusive environment in which everyone
is respected and treated fairly. So, if you have the right skills, commitment and courage to help us invest in today’s
energy system and build out tomorrow’s, apply today!
How much do we pay (Base)? $30-$31 *Note that the pay range listed
for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the
time of posting.
This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120
– 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employeeshours of vacation per year for part time
employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn
more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at
benefits@bp. Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or
adoption of a child. Learn more at benefits@bp.
Join our industry-leading team and you’ll receive a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with
your life. These include, but are not limited to:
- Quarterly Momentum Bonus
- 401K Program
- Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
But above all? You’ll play a key part in helping bp deliver our ambition – to be a net zero company by 2050 or
sooner and help the world get to net zero. Apply today!
Travel Requirement
Up to 50% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is not available for remote working
Skills:
Control of Work, Cost-conscious decision-making, Maintenance general, Procedures and practices, Reliability general, Risk Management, Safety Leadership, Turnaround general
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
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