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Senior RNG Technician
Vitol
Whitesboro, USA
Full-time
Senior · 1–3 years experience
Discovered 4 weeks ago
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Skills:
- 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 facilities as needed.
- Availability for shift work, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated areas.
- Traverse uneven, muddy, or steep terrain in active landfill environments.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to methane and hydrogen sulfide (H2S).
- Safely operate ATVs/UTVs and light/heavy equipment.
- Desirable Attributes:
- Strong work ethic and attention to safety and detail.
- Commitment to teamwork, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
- Adaptable and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic field conditions.
- 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.
- Vitol Biomethane, part of the global Vitol group, is at the forefront of sustainable energy by transforming landfill gas into clean, usable natural gas. We collaborate with landfill owners across the US, installing and operating advanced facilities directly on-site to deliver renewable energy into the nation’s pipeline system.
- Join us and help drive the transition to a cleaner energy future.
- Learn more about us here.
Qualifications
- Operate and monitor wellfield, GCCS, plant, and pipeline equipment.
- Conduct routine and non-routine landfill gas field monitoring activities including wellhead inspections, header evaluations, vacuum adjustments, and system balancing.
- Perform wellfield adjustments to maximize methane recovery and minimize oxygen intrusion.
- Support gas-chasing efforts and field optimization initiatives.
- Perform routine rounds across the full site, including wells, headers, blowers, compressors, membranes/PSA systems, and metering infrastructure.
- Assist with startup, shutdown, and normal operating adjustments.
- Operate wheeled and tracked light and heavy equipment to support repairs and maintenance across the site.
- Regularly perform work within active landfill fill areas in coordination with landfill operations personnel.
- Work safely around heavy equipment traffic, active tipping operations, changing grades, unstable terrain, and evolving landfill conditions.
- Identify and communicate landfill activities that may impact gas collection system integrity or methane recovery performance.
- Adhere to all company, OSHA, EPA, and PHMSA safety and environmental standards.
- Participate in and document Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and all required work permits.
- Assist in field monitoring activities supporting site air permit requirements.
- Document well adjustments, field repairs, and modifications in accordance with compliance standards.
- Exercise stop work authority (SWA) when unsafe conditions are identified.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance across wellfield, plant, and pipeline systems.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and repair wellheads, lateral piping, header systems, valves, condensate infrastructure, and associated GCCS components.
- Perform dewatering activities including pump inspection, troubleshooting, and replacement.
- Assist with HDPE pipe repairs, well tie-ins, valve replacements, header extensions, and minor field construction activities.
- Support contractors during maintenance and construction work.
- Coordinate daily tasks and shift handovers with fellow technicians and the Plant Manager.
- Participate in training programs to build technical proficiency and ensure compliance with SOPs.
- Communicate effectively with peers, leadership, and support teams to address operational or maintenance issues.
- Support a strong safety and teamwork culture across all operational activities
- Collect and record operational and compliance data including flow, pressure, temperature, and gas quality.
- Maintain accurate daily logs, maintenance records, and operational documentation.
- Support renewable energy credit and environmental compliance reporting
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1–3 years of experience in industrial operations, maintenance, landfill gas, or gas processing preferred.
- Basic mechanical and technical proficiency.
- Ability to follow SOPs and document process data accurately.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- 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.
- Based at a designated plant location, with potential rotation to other facilities as needed.
- Availability for shift work, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated areas.
- Traverse uneven, muddy, or steep terrain in active landfill environments.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to methane and hydrogen sulfide (H2S).
- Safely operate ATVs/UTVs and light/heavy equipment.
- Strong work ethic and attention to safety and detail.
- Commitment to teamwork, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
- Adaptable and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic field conditions.
About Vitol
Oil & Gas1800 employeesFounded 1966
Private global energy and commodities trader serving utilities, industrial companies, national oil companies, and other energy customers.
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