Operations and Maintenance Technician

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Employment Entity Disclosure:
This role is aligned to Neogenyx Fuels LLC, a distinct legal entity formed as a joint venture and majority-owned by Ameresco, Inc. While this position may be advertised on Ameresco’s career site, applicants should note that any employment offer, if extended, would be made by Neogenyx Fuels LLC, which will be solely responsible for all employment terms and conditions.

Submission of an application constitutes acknowledgment that you are applying for employment with Neogenyx Fuels LLC

Additional information is available here: Neogenyx Fuels Company Overview

Position Overview:

Neogenyx has an opportunity for an Operations and Maintenance Technician to join our Team at the Woodland Meadows High BTU gas process facility, located in Canton, MI. The Plant process includes numerous motor driven compressors, Blowers, pumps and ambient oil and gas coolers. Process also includes several media filled process vessels, valves, Chiller, filter systems and various gas analyzer and monitoring equipment. The plant is operated 24/7/365 to provide processed HBTU gas to a utility pipeline. The individual would be required to work an 8 hour a day weekly shift plus after hours and weekend callout responsibilities as required. This position requires hands on accurate and accountable performance of all necessary duties to ensure safe and complaint operations.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members and plant operators, follow operational best practices and safety protocols.

• Ensure the plant operates efficiently and within specified parameters, monitoring and controlling equipment and systems.

• Conduct regular inspections, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

• Work closely with maintenance teams and operations to schedule and execute maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

• Prepare reports on plant performance, maintenance activities, and compliance metrics for management review.

• Diagnose and resolve operational issues, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the plant.

• Develop and implement training programs for operators to ensure they are proficient in their roles.

• Prioritize safety in all aspects of plant operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.

• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, maintenance activities, and any incidents or issues that arise.

• Effectively communicate with operators, maintenance personnel, and management, providing timely updates and information.

• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.

• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, regulatory and jurisdictional hazardous material and safety standards, practices, codes.

• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years equipment operations experience using mechanical, electrical, instrument or control system skills.

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience in lieu of diploma.

• Valid US driver’s license required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience performing mechanical maintenance on blowers, compressors, and equipment is desirable.

• Experience with Gas Processing or similar systems desirable.

• Understanding of PLC, electrical power equipment, and gas plant operations experience desirable.

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of electricity, both AC and DC, and Arc Flash Hazards.

• Basic knowledge electrical and electronic testing equipment.

• Basic computer skills including e-mail and data entry using Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Experience Supervising Operations and Maintenance personnel.

• Experience Planning, Scheduling and Directing plant maintenance outages.

• Experience developing and implementing work schedules.

• Strong verbal, written, computer communication and organization skills.

• May require travel and flexibility for ‘on call’ support or varied schedule needs.

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