Operator

Key Areas of Responsibility

- Operation and Maintenance of gas fueled power plant, consisting of multiple spark ignition reciprocating engines as well as all associated auxiliary equipment.

- Comply with all workplace, federal, state and OSHA safety guidelines and obligations.

- Perform regular inspections and maintenance of fixed plant equipment, including engines, generators and other auxiliary equipment such as pumps, chillers, valves etc.

- Perform regular inspections and maintenance of gas processing equipment, including compressors, aftercoolers, filtration vessels, dehydration skids, and the associated controls, gages and valves that support their operation.

- Administrative duties including documenting and reporting equipment maintenance, operation and condition.

- Perform fault-finding, repairs and reporting of electrical and mechanical systems.

- Operation of advanced instrumentation and process control systems.

- Available for on-call duties remaining within 45 minutes of the power station during these hours.

- Actively ensure own health and safety and the health and safety of others through understanding and implementing workplace health and safety obligations.

- Support and comply with Company policies and procedures as advised and documented in the Company’s employment policies as amended from time to time and as directed by Managers/Supervisors.

- In addition to the duties set out above, the Operator may be expected to perform other duties as assigned from time to time by the Company.

Qualifications and Experience

- Current driver’s license with a clean driving record.

- Ability to work weekends, holidays and on-call hours.

- Maintenance, mechanical or electrical experience and/or suitable background.

- Basic computer operation including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.

- Ability to collect and interpret data and write clear, accurate reports and specifications.

- Effective communication skills both verbal and written.

- Experience with Gas and or Diesel reciprocating engines.

- Experience with Caterpillar reciprocating engines.

- Experience with LFG Power Generation Systems.

- Experience with LFG extraction and use systems and equipment.

- Analytical and trouble shooting skills in either mechanical or electrical systems

- Ability to perform minor repairs and overhaul mechanical & electrical equipment.

- Familiarity with the operation of instrumentation and process control equipment and systems.

- Ability to work autonomously and self-motivate in a multi-skilled work environment.

- Ability to cooperate and effectively communicate with co-workers and contractors, sometimes during high stress situations.

- Proficient in using computers, instrumentation, metering and/or monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters.

- Basic electrical skills with the ability to fault find and carry out preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, such as PLC’s, Generators, High Voltage and or Control systems

- Basic mechanical skills with the ability to fault find and carry out preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment, including engines, compressors, pumps and valves.

- Ability to read, write, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.

- Must be able to see adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.

- The work is physical in nature. Ability to stand, sit, bend, squat, crawl, climb, stoop, walk for extended periods.

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

- Ability to occasionally travel by automobile and/or airline for extended periods of time.

EDL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Identification

1327

Posting Date

08/18/2025, 09:03 AM

Job Schedule

Full time

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Locations

2501 Coolidge Road, Suite 100, East Lansing, MI, 48823, US