**Entity:** Trading & Shipping **Job Family Group:** Operations Group **Job Description:** **About Archaea** bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And while we’re still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to help us support the global energy transition. Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust development pipeline. **About the role** The plant operator is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and performance of 5 gas turbines in a landfill gas-fueled power plant. They exercise judgment and make independent decisions on sophisticated issues based on their work experience. The operator takes direction from the Plant Manager. Mission: To operate and maintain the landfill gas to energy (LFGTE) power plant using safe operating practices and in a manner which meets local and federal environmental regulations. The LFGTE power plant consists of five 4.7 MW Solar Mercury 50 turbines capable of generating enough renewable electricity to power nearly 25,000 homes in Southern California. The work schedule for this position will be Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm.Must be available for on-call duty on a rotating basis. The schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion. **Key accountabilities** + Monitors and adjusts plant system controls to improve performance and prevent equipment failure. + Responds to plant alarms by taking appropriate corrective action and performing plant shutdown and start-up procedures. + Performs facility inspections, maintenance, and repairs of plant equipment, including the repair or replacement of worn or broken parts. + Maintains plant compliance with state and federal permitting requirements, completing all daily, monthly, and annual reporting as the need arises. + Understands compliance on emissions and regulatory conditions and manipulates engine performance to meet desired emissions. + Performs all aspects of hazardous waste handling and management in accordance with training, including filling waste containers, accurate labeling, movement of containers, completing appropriate paperwork, and signing hazardous waste shipping manifests. + Responds to all plant callouts 24/7 on assigned days in case of emergencies and failures. + Completes all company and regulatory training and maintains a strong dedication to safety, actively participating in safety training. + Communicates and coordinates plant activities with clients, including utility companies and landfill personnel. + Performs administrative duties such as maintaining daily, weekly, and monthly logs and reports (e.g., unit conditions, maintenance, operations, performance, and downtime) **Other Non-Essential Duties** + Maintains an inventory of tools, parts, fluids, and other supplies for plant operations. + Assists other company facilities as advised by management. + Interprets electrical schematics and circuits for troubleshooting. + As advised by management, assists with the training of operator apprentices and other operators. + Performs random security inspections and various security checks around the plant. + Overtime may be required to meet various business needs. **Essential education** + HS Diploma or equivalent required **Essential experience** + 2-3 years of plant operations and maintenance experience. + Work hours vary by plant. The work schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion. + This position will be on call 24/7, on a rotating basis, in case of any emergencies and failures. + Overtime maybe required to meet various business needs. + Must possess ability to read and interpret operations and safety manuals, analyze and apply basic troubleshooting and repair techniques on plant equipment. + Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. + Must possess a valid driver’s license + Must pass background check, physical, hearing and drug test. **Why join us?** Delivering a better and more balanced energy system requires many different approaches and solutions. All of us have a part to play. We aim to support our people to learn and grow in an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. So, if you have the right skills, commitment and courage to help us invest in today’s energy system and build out tomorrow’s, apply today! How much do we pay (Base)? $32 - $35 / Hour *Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting. This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at benefits@bp (https://exploreyourbenefits.com/landing.html) . Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more at benefits@bp (https://exploreyourbenefits.com/landing.html) . Join our industry-leading team and you’ll receive a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These include, but are not limited to: + Quarterly Momentum Bonus + 401K Program + Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance + Life Insurance + Short-Term Disability + Long-Term Disability But above all? You’ll play a key part in helping bp deliver our ambition – to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero. **Apply today!** **Travel Requirement** Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role **Relocation Assistance:** This role is not eligible for relocation **Remote Type:** This position is not available for remote working **Skills:** Control of Work, Cost-conscious decision-making, Maintenance general, Procedures and practices, Reliability general, Risk Management, Safety Leadership, Turnaround general **Legal Disclaimer:** We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us . If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.