RNG Plant Operator
Astraea
Kentucky, USA
Posted on Apr 26, 2026
Our client is seeking a motivated RNG Gas Plant Field Operator to support a new RNG facility in White Plains, KY. This is a hands-on role focused on operating and maintaining landfill gas collection systems and RNG processing equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.
This opportunity sits with a well-established, stable RNG Operator in the renewable energy and waste-to-energy sector, offering strong job security and the chance to join a site at the ground floor ahead of its Spring 2026 start-up.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Operate and monitor landfill gas collection systems and RNG processing equipment to support steady production
- Troubleshoot and maintain compressors, pumps, filters, and gas processing systems
- Diagnose issues such as vacuum loss, air intrusion, and gas quality fluctuations
- Perform field inspections within landfill environments and support system reliability
- Complete preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment rebuilds (including sump pumps)
- Work closely with the plant team to ensure uptime and operational consistency
What You’ll Need:
- 3–5 years of experience in industrial operations, landfill gas, RNG, or gas processing
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills
- Experience with compressors, pumps, or rotating equipment
- Mobile equipment experience (forklift, manlift, skid steer, mini-excavator) is a must!
- Willingness to participate in a rotating on-call schedule (nights/weekends as needed)
Why This Role:
- Strong hourly rate + overtime!
- Full medical, dental, vision, 401k match, and Employee stock options!!!!
- Be part of a brand-new facility at the ground level ahead of start-up in Spring 2026!
- Long-term career stability with a financially stable company that's investing heavily in their continued RNG growth!