Plant Operator-Blairstown, IA

DCO Energy, LLC is an independent energy development company specializing in the development, engineering, construction, start up, commissioning, operation, maintenance and management, as well as, ownership of Central Energy Centers (CEC), Renewable Energy projects and Combined Heat, Chilling and Power (CHCP) Production Facilities. DCO was formed in 2000 with a core team of energy experts.

Location:

Blairstown, IA

Organization: DCO Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Date: 11/04/2026

This position is in Blairstown, IA.

Summary

A Dairy RNG (Renewable Natural Gas) Plant Operator operates and maintains systems that convert dairy manure into pipeline-quality gas. Responsibilities include monitoring anaerobic digesters and gas upgrading equipment, performing preventative maintenance on compressors/pumps, conducting site safety checks, and troubleshooting PLC systems to maximize production, often requiring on-call availability.

• Operations:
  Monitor and adjust dairy-based anaerobic digesters and gas processing equipment (e.g., membranes, compressors) to maintain optimal gas flow and quality.
• Maintenance:
  Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Ensure the plant complies with environmental regulations, safety protocols, and SOPs, including handling potential H2S hazards.
• Troubleshooting:
  Respond to plant alarms, troubleshoot PLC systems, and rectify equipment malfunctions (e.g., pumps, generators, sensors).
• Data Management:
  Record and analyze operational data, such as pressure, temperature, and gas composition, to optimize performance.
• Site Management:
  Maintain site cleanliness, including managing manure feedstock systems and interacting with farm staff.

• Experience:
  
  1–5 years in industrial operations, power generation, oil/gas, or high-pressure gas processing.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of gas flow, instrumentation (4-20mA signals), PLC systems, and mechanical repair skills.
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to work in varied weather conditions, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requirements: A valid driver's license, ability to work on-call rotations, and occasionally weekends or holidays.

• Positions are located at industrial sites on or near dairy farms, involving proximity to manure lagoons, heavy equipment, and associated odors.
• Often involves high-pressure, hazardous gases, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols.

Compensation Range: $43/hr - $45/hr

We are committed to utilizing qualified Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE).