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 at one of our two sites in Revillo, SD or Lake Norden, 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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