Plant Operator

Plant Operator – Renewable Energy (RNG) | $21–$32/hr | Full-Time + Great Benefits

Taurus Biogas is growing — and we’re looking for motivated Plant Operators to help run our innovative waste-to-energy facilities that produce renewable natural gas (RNG). If you’re mechanically inclined, safety-driven, and ready to build a long-term career in clean energy, this is the place for you.

Please note this position is located in Viborg, SD

What You’ll Do

As a Plant Operator, you’ll be hands-on with the systems that convert organic waste into renewable natural gas. Your work keeps the plant safe, efficient, and compliant.

You will:

- Operate and monitor digesters, feedstock systems, pumps, blowers, compressors, RNG upgraders, and pipeline injection systems

- Use SCADA/PLC controls to optimize plant performance

- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance

- Conduct sample collection, lab testing, recordkeeping, and process adjustments

- Support environmental and safety compliance

- Follow strict LOTO, confined space, hot work, and industrial safety protocols

- Operate equipment including skid steers, loaders, forklifts, and UTVs

Who Thrives Here

You'll be a great fit if you enjoy hands-on, technical work and have:

- Mechanical or electrical fundamentals

- Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills

- Ability to read P&IDs, diagrams, and equipment manuals

- Flexibility for rotating schedules and on-call needs

- A strong safety mindset and teamwork approach

- Bonus: Welding, fabrication, PLC, VFD, or instrumentation experience.

Pay & Schedule

Overall pay range: $21–$32/hr

Typical Operator hires: $23–$26/hr

Experienced “Lead Operator” hires: $26–$31/hr

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (4 days one week / 3 days the next).

Benefits & PTO

We offer a competitive, full-benefits package designed to support you and your family:

Benefits:

- UHC Medical Insurance

- Principal Dental & Vision Insurance

- Voluntary Life & AD&D

- HSA options

- 401(k) retirement plan with company match

- Company-provided uniforms and PPE

- Paid training and advancement opportunities

Paid Time Off:

- 3 weeks PTO during your first 2 years

- 4 weeks PTO after 3 years of employment

- Paid holidays (including floating holiday/birthday)

Why Join Taurus Biogas?

- Be part of the renewable energy movement

- Work with cutting-edge mechanical, electrical, and biological systems

- Career growth opportunities across multiple sites

- Strong, supportive leadership committed to employee development

- A safety-first culture you can rely on

Requirements

- High School Diploma or GED

- Valid driver’s license

- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and aptitude test

- Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

- Ability to lift to 40 lbs. and work in varied weather

- Knowledge of industrial safety practices (LOTO, confined space, hot work)

Ready to build a career in clean energy? Apply today!

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