Plant Operator - Renewable Natural Gas

About OPAL Fuels

OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) is a leader in the capture and conversion of biogas into low‑carbon intensity RNG and renewable electricity. OPAL Fuels is also a leader in the marketing and distribution of RNG to heavy‑duty trucking and other hard‑to‑decarbonize industrial sectors. For additional information, and to learn more about OPAL Fuels and how it is leading the effort to capture North America’s naturally occurring methane and decarbonize the economy, please visit

We are hiring for a Plant Operator to work in our Operations department. This position reports to a Lead Plant Operator and is located in Inver Grove Heights, MN. The Plant Operator performs all functions for safely operating a Renewable Natural Gas Facility. This position shares accountability for the day‑to‑day operations of the site. The goals of this position are to maximize production and minimize downtime with the utmost regard to safety, cleanliness, and environmental compliance.

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the RNG plant. This involves monitoring plant systems, performing maintenance, and ensuring the final product meets quality standards for pipeline injection.
• Safety (reviewing LOTO; reviewing JHA’s; bringing safety concerns to upper management)
• Environmental (monthly reporting; monitors composition of LFG to include H2S treatment and media sampling; reviewing compliance procedures and ensuring compliance)
• Coordinating maintenance tasks with management and operators
• Working with third‑party vendors to ensure timely and efficient service
• Responding to callouts and assisting during outages
• Tuning and adjusting the plant to meet production and efficiency needs
• Inventory Management and Preventative Maintenance program
• This position will also be responsible for operating, adjusting, and repairing equipment required to maximize gas plant production in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
• Operate and monitor the blowers, gas pretreatment, chiller, CO2 removal, N2 removal, O2 removal, compression equipment.
• Maintain detailed records on production data, equipment operational hours, and service schedules and equipment outages.
• Check all operating equipment daily including flow meters, gas chromatographs, fluid levels, pressure and temperature readings, and unusual noises to correct conditions before failure occurs.
• Perform all maintenance and repairs on the operating equipment including oil and filter changes, replacement of drive belts, hoses, valve adjustments, replacement of compressor filters, slide valves, couplings and bearings, as necessary. Participate in preventative maintenance outages and overhauls.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in and around the plant. Keep equipment, plant grounds, and floors looking as presentable as possible.
• Keep all on‑site parts and supplies stocked and well organized. Maintain plant inventory.
• Respond to call outs in a timely manner. Identify and correct the cause of the call out. If the problem cannot be corrected or diagnosed, it is the responsibility of the lead operator to contact the plant manager to get the help required to fix the situation.
• Operate the plant with a clear focus on safety. Clean up spills immediately. Make sure all lighting systems are fully functional; no slip or trip hazards are consistently present; and no electrical or mechanical hazards go on for long periods of time without attention. Assert that all plant visitors, mechanics, and outside contractors are following safe work practices.

• Landfill Gas Experience or Gas Compression and Treatment
• Refined and high-level troubleshooting abilities
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office, SCADA)
• Must possess good mechanical skills
• Basic electrical knowledge is preferred
• Must be self‑motivated and perform most tasks with little or no supervision
• Will require ability to troubleshoot and decipher issues through SCADA and Manuals
• Working knowledge of pressure, vacuum, and flow
• Experience with pumps, blowers, or air compressors
• Heavy equipment operations experience is preferred (gas turbine & gas compressor O&M)
• Fabrication and Basic Process…