RNG Field Technician

At GreenGas, we’re helping lead the global energy transition by transforming waste into renewable energy and measurable decarbonization. We’re a fast-growing team of expert innovators, engineers, and problem-solvers committed to advancing global sustainability, fueling a circular economy, and creating a cleaner future for all. Join us and help shape the future of renewable energy.

Position Summary

The Renewable Gas Field Service Technician operates, maintains, and troubleshoots renewable gas systems and equipment across multiple facilities. This role demands high physical mobility, rapid response to malfunctions, safety risks, and hazardous conditions—including severe weather—and requires short-notice travel to ensure site safety and operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate and monitor renewable gas compression/decompression facilities, including rotating equipment, gas monitoring/metering systems, compressors, and delivery systems.

- Troubleshoot failures to identify root causes; perform repairs, maintenance, or component replacement.

- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems (pumps, compressors).

- Maintain, modify, and repair instrumentation/control equipment (recorders, flowmeters, analyzers, etc.).

- Lead on-site coordination of operational and maintenance activities.

- Record/analyze operational data; deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reports on trends, availability, and production.

- Collect samples for quality testing and maintain compliance records.

- Keep facilities clean and organized.

- Assist with process-control improvements for efficiency.

- Respond immediately to urgent issues (gas leaks, mechanical failures, weather disruptions) to protect safety and system integrity.

- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and safety protocols

- Basic PLC systems, Analog/Digital I/O, RTD probes

- Basic electrical knowledge (24V DC, 120V AC, 480V AC)

- Basic troubleshooting of 480V motors and VFDs

- Ability to read electrical schematics and P&ID drawings

- Ability to follow technical documentation and work instructions

- Experience with wastewater or gas processing systems (preferred)

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

- Independent work, time management, and task prioritization

- Excellent verbal and written communication

- High self-motivation and initiative

- Physical agility/endurance for industrial sites (stairs, ladders, confined spaces, uneven terrain)

- Situational awareness and composure in hazardous/time-sensitive environments

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

- Prolonged standing

- Frequent stair/ladder climbing

- Lifting up to 75 lbs

- Handling hazardous materials

- Outdoor work in all weather, including extreme heat, cold, and severe events

- Required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, air masks, hearing protection)

- On-call rotation for rapid incident response

- High-stress/emergency response to gas hazards or mechanical failures

- Rapid deployment between sites under unpredictable conditions

Qualifications

- 4+ years of experience with industrial equipment - 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance

- Valid U.S. work authorization

- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

- Valid driver’s license

Schedule

- Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts

- On-call rotation for after-hours/weekends

- Primary location: Grand Island, NE

- Occasional travel to other facilities (~10%)

The pay range for this role is:

70,000 - 80,000 USD per year(Grand Island)