RNG Plant Operator Job at AD Energy Recruitment, Peru, NY

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  • AD Energy Recruitment
  • Peru, NY

Job Description

RNG Plant Operator

Location: Peru, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time

Sector: Renewable Natural Gas / Biogas

About the Opportunity

AD Energy Recruitment is supporting a growing Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) owner-operator as they continue to expand their footprint across North America.

Our client develops, owns, and operates RNG facilities that convert agricultural and organic waste into pipeline-quality renewable natural gas. Their projects play a critical role in reducing emissions, supporting local farming communities, and advancing the energy transition through commercially viable, scalable RNG solutions.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an RNG Plant Operator to support day-to-day plant operations at their facility in Lisbon, New York.

The Role

The RNG Plant Operator will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of the RNG facility. This is a hands-on role focused on maximising plant uptime, maintaining gas quality specifications, and ensuring full compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The role suits candidates with strong mechanical and/or electrical experience, ideally from RNG, biogas, wastewater, or industrial process environments.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations & Control

  • Monitor, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot anaerobic digesters and RNG upgrading equipment
  • Maximise biogas and RNG production while maintaining safe and environmentally compliant operations

Start-Up & Shutdown

  • Execute correct start-up and shutdown procedures in line with operating manuals, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements

Process Optimisation

  • Work closely with engineering and technical teams to identify efficiency improvements and optimise plant performance

Quality Control

  • Perform routine checks to ensure feedstock and RNG product quality meet required specifications
  • Investigate and resolve issues impacting gas quality or production

Maintenance & Reliability

  • Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Troubleshoot faults and coordinate repairs to minimise downtime

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Adhere to OSHA, site safety procedures, and environmental regulations
  • Promote a strong safety-first culture on site

Reporting & Documentation

  • Maintain accurate operational logs, maintenance records, and production data

Emergency Response

  • Respond to alarms, plant upsets, and emergency situations in accordance with site procedures
  • Carry out additional duties as required to support plant operations

Candidate Profile

  • High school diploma or equivalent (technical certifications are a plus)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with electrical experience
  • Experience operating and maintaining industrial process equipment
  • Background in RNG, biogas, wastewater treatment, or similar industrial environments preferred
  • Understanding of process safety and industrial compliance standards
  • Ability to troubleshoot independently and work in a hands-on plant environment
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a small site team
  • Willingness to participate in on-call rotation, including nights and weekends

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Night shift,

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