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.

- Carry out routine housekeeping duties.

- Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

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 and 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.

Physical Demands

- 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer