Plant Manager

Details: Landfill Energy Systems, a leader in the landfill gas to energy industry has an immediate opening for a Plant Manager with 3-5 years of operation & maintenance experience on mobile or stationary engine generator sets up to 1600 kW.  The Plant Manager is a working position; responsible for planning, directing and implementing the overall safe operation, maintenance and performance of reciprocating engines in a landfill gas fueled power plant.  Specific experience monitoring plant operations, performing maintenance and repairs on CAT G3500 and G3600 gas engines or similar piston engines, controls, generators and ancillary equipment is required. Primary responsibilities are daily maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical generator sets and equipment; and managing assigned staff. Additional responsibilities include keeping a spare parts inventory, maintenance, planning/scheduling, record keeping and reporting. Landfill Energy Systems offers a competitive salary commensurate with applicable work experience and a complete benefits package which includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance programs, a 401K plan, and an incentive program.  RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for all job duties of a plant operator.  Plans and schedules maintenance of plant equipment.  Develops work schedules, assignments, and rotations for plant operators.  Participates in employee hiring process. Ensures all employees are properly trained on the requirements of their respective position. Reviews, approves and submits employee timesheets and expense reimbursements.  Provides employees with honest and timely feedback and coaching on performance.  Conducts annual performance reviews with employees.  Evaluates operations, maintenance and performance of facility.  Performs equipment testing, develops action plans to maximize performance and implements improvements.  Monitors plan performance to ensure adherence to Company and Industry standards and compliance with state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines.  Prepares weekly and monthly operations reports and others as required.  Determines service priorities and schedules plant personnel accordingly.  Communicates and coordinates plant activities with clients (utility company and landfill personnel).  Maintains good relations with landfill personnel. Troubleshoot various electrical circuits. Maintains compliance on emissions and regulatory conditions. Manipulates engine performance to meet desired emissions. Order/purchases materials and supplies as required. Performs facility inspections, maintenance and repairs of plant equipment. Monitors and adjusts plant system controls to maximize performance and prevent equipment failure. Performs maintenance tasks as necessary (i.e. repair or replace worn or broken parts and equipment).  Maintains an inventory of tools, parts, fluids and other supplies for plant operations.  Completes all Company and regulatory training.  Strong commitment to safety and active participation in safety training.  Assists Director of Operations with special projects within region.

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