RNG Operations Technician

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

PEAKS Renewables is focused on business opportunities at the intersection of decarbonization and natural gas, including Renewable Natural Gas, Biogas, Renewable Hydrogen, and Power-to-Gas Opportunities. Peaks is a subsidiary of Summit Utilities, a privately owned utility holding platform that currently operates gas distribution companies in five states. PEAKS is actively developing several Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) and Hydrogen projects both within Summit’s utility territories and beyond.

We have an exciting opportunity open for a RNG Operations Technician (I, II, or III)  based in Clinton, ME. We are offering a $6,000 sign on bonus!

POSITION SUMMARY

This role is an opportunity to play a key role in the operation of an important renewable energy project here in Maine. The primary responsibilities of the RNG Operations Technician include a full range of duties associated with the operations and maintenance of the facilities (Clinton and surrounding farms). It will be important that in addition to manual labor supporting the operation, the candidate is also interested in and able to learn and become proficient with technical equipment and software.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct day-to-day operations and maintenance of the plant, which will involve working with mechanical and electrical equipment, including mixers, pumps, compressors, gas purification systems and pipelines
Respond to alarm conditions, diagnose, troubleshoot and correct digester and plant malfunctions
Adhere to company and project specific health and safety requirements, participate in monthly safety audits and inspections
Achieve and maintain Operations Qualification (OQ) certification to company standards, passing required written tests and field evaluations
Maintain administrative records including logbook, filing system for drawings, instruction books and manuals, spare parts inventory and records, and compliance forms
Routinely operate a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
Be willing, able, and qualified to serve on the On-call assignment rotation as soon as possible following hire date; Able to work overtime including call outs outside of normal business hours, weekends and holidays
Perform general clean up at job sites and observe and implement proper safety practices
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

High School or GED preferred
Experience requirements vary by level

Tech I: Experience working with mechanical equipment such as pumps, mixers, and piping.
Tech II: Minimum of 2 years of experience at an RNG Production Facility and/or equivalent time spent working on relevant mechanical equipment (pumps, mixers, piping, etc.).
Tech III: Minimum of 4 years of experience at an RNG Production Facility and/or equivalent time spent working on relevant mechanical and measurement equipment (pumps, mixers, meters, gas chromatographs (GCs), piping, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

A technical degree in an electrical or mechanical field is preferable, or equivalent work experience with electrical, instrument control and mechanical systems, including equipment such as motors, blowers, controls and pumps
Familiar with gas compression and/or gas transportation
Effective interpersonal skills needed to ensure team success and excellent partner and contractor relations
Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications
Strong time management practices required to multi-task several projects
Good verbal and written communication skills required for dealing with internal departments, project partners and vendors and completing required paperwork
Demonstrated strong work ethic; shows initiative to support whatever is needed to ensure the successful operation of the facility
Understanding of the importance of learning and practicing safety principles

The position is covered under the D.O.T. regulations and Summit Utilities Drug and Alcohol Policy and is, therefore, subject to all terms of the Policy, including the random selection for drug testing.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.