Operations & Maintenance; O&M Technician

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician

The O&M Technician supporting the Bridgewater RNG site is responsible for performing activities associated with the safe and efficient operations and electrical maintenance of the site in compliance with all regulatory permits. Responsibilities include performing a variety of skilled operational and maintenance tasks throughout the day, which includes interfacing with the SCADA system, running analytical tests, and performing the inspection, repair, testing, adjustment, installation and removal of all electronic and electrical power plant equipment and systems.

• Assist with operations, maintenance and overall activities associated with the facility
• Assist in the anaerobic digestion process by monitoring equipment, gauges and charts in the digester, electrical generation, and waste treatment processes
• Record and analyze statistical data concerning plant operations ensuring that the plant is running as specified
• Troubleshoot failures and malfunctions to determine the root cause and maintain, operate, repair and replace equipment as necessary
• Maintain, modify or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flowmeter and other water quality monitoring equipment
• Collect samples for testing and reporting and perform lab analysis for process control
• Ensure that the plant operates within required standards
• Monitor performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of the treatment plant
• Maintain a clean and presentable plant environment

• Perform preventive maintenance duties on all major equipment and systems as well as emergency backup systems
• Maintain complete equipment files, logs, and drawings for all designated equipment
• Conduct instrument calibration as scheduled/required
• Maintain all plant instrumentation and electrical equipment
• Inspect, repair, install and remove all types of motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and storage batteries, and work with electrical systems up to and including 480 volts
• Conduct troubleshooting and analysis on DCS, PLC and turbine control equipment
• Fully support and participate in the NAES Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs

Complete other tasks as assigned by the Area O&M Manager.

Safety is a core value of NAES and, as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property and must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Physical requirements include the possibility of standing for extended periods, stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn for some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment). Work with hazardous materials may be required.

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post‑offer physical examination and drug screening, and post‑employment random drug screening. Extensive smoking restrictions apply in and around the dairy farms.

This position offers a regularly scheduled Monday‑Friday work week with an 8‑hour day shift. The position requires extended working hours and varied shifts, with the possibility of weekend and holiday work as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. “On call” status will periodically be required.

The initial hourly rate of pay will range from $31.53 to $40.00, depending on applicable experience.

• High school diploma or equivalency; additional technical training and knowledge of wastewater operations a plus
• Basic understanding of the anaerobic digestion process desired; willingness to learn process and operating procedures; previous anaerobic process experience is desired
• Experience…