Operations Technician

Operations Technician – Providence Forge, VA

Perfect for those looking to break into the energy industry – 1 year of experience or trade school is enough! Are you ready to get your hands dirty, learn a specialized skill, and build a career in energy operations? The fastest-growing renewable natural gas producer in the country is hiring an Operations Technician to join their landfill gas-to-energy facility in Providence Forge, VA.

This is a hands-on, technical role where safety, reliability, and problem-solving are part of your day-to-day. You’ll monitor equipment, troubleshoot issues in real time, perform maintenance, and operations in a live energy facility. If you enjoy being in the field, thinking on your feet, and keeping complex systems running, this role is for you.

• Great entry point into the energy industry
• Only 1 year of experience or trade school required
• Hands‑on work with mechanical and electrical systems
• Learn specialized skills that few technicians get exposure to
• Clear path for advancement into higher operator levels and leadership

• Overtime built into schedule
• Quarterly Momentum Bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Insurance
• 120 Hours PTO
• Biweekly pay
• Uniforms, PPE, and safety gear supplied
• Relocation assistance or potential sign‑on bonus available

• Monitor and operate the plant safely during assigned shifts
• Conduct rounds inside and outside the facility, inspecting equipment
• Record and trend operational data (temperatures, pressures, fluid levels)
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues in real time
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs using hand tools
• Work with SCADA, PLC, and HMI systems to monitor and adjust plant operations
• Maintain clean, organized work spaces
• Complete logs, reports, and maintenance documentation
• Participate in rotating on‑call duties and overtime as required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in industrial maintenance, electrical, chemical, power plant, or related operations OR trade school training
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools
• Basic electrical/mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and P&IDs
• Comfort working indoors and outdoors in industrial environments
• Willingness to complete 3‑month specialized plant training
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check, physical, hearing test, and DOT drug testing
• Flexibility to work rotating schedule: 10 days on / 4 days off, 7:00 am–3:00 pm

• Landfill gas, RNG, or industrial gas operations
• Electrical/electronics background
• SCADA, PLC, or process control exposure
• Industrial equipment maintenance
• Technical certifications or formal trade training

If you want hands‑on work, steady overtime, strong benefits, and real training, this is your chance to start a long‑term career in energy operations. Apply now and start building your future today!