Digester Operator Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Regenis LLC, is currently seeking an Operations and Maintenance Manager to work on Dairy Anaerobic Digester and Renewable Natural Gas Facilities (renewable energy) in Iowa.

This position is responsible for overseeing all of the operation and maintenance activities of one or more renewable energy projects. This position requires coordinating with subcontractors, directing and managing technicians/operators, performing site maintenance and repairs, corresponding with project Owners, as well as reporting to and taking direction from the Regional Manager. All work involves flexibility with schedule and requires taking responsibility for project when needed, within appropriate scope of practice, while adhering to Regenis company policies and standards

Compensation

This position pays $90 - $105k per year depending on experience

Benefits

Regenis provides a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance. Additional offerings include vision coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance.

In addition, Regenis team members enjoy a 401(k) plan with company match, referral bonuses, paid holidays, and generous vacation package. We support growth and well-being through education reimbursement, ongoing training, professional development and certification opportunities, and access to an Employee Assistance Program and an on-staff counselor.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordination and scheduling of project activities in the short and long term to ensure the project operates in an efficient and reliable manner.
• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance activities of assigned Operations and Maintenance (O&M) staff.
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs alongside staff as needed.
• Approve time daily for assigned O&M staff.
• Approve and track invoices for assigned projects.
• Assemble monthly invoices with appropriate backup documentation and review with O&M Regional Manager before sending to accounting for invoicing.
• Ensure completion and accurate record keeping of site safety processes and procedures.
• Ensure completion and accurate record keeping of site performance parameters as directed by project owners for compliance with any third party verification requirements.
• Provide technical support and assistance to assigned O&M staff.
• Ensure proper updating and accuracy in CMMS (computer maintenance management system).
• Supervise on-site staff while creating work schedules and accommodating employee vacations/absences.
• Manage and evaluate staff; provide timely feedback, complete and review performance evaluations with employee; determine appropriate compensation with O&M Regional Manager for merit increases or promotions.
• Keep accurate records of employee attendance and timesheets; provide positive direction to motivate quality performance.
• Coordinate discipline or termination actions with Human Resources and O&M Regional Manager to establish clear expectations and corrections for employees who are underperforming.
• Identify staffing needs, communicate with Human Resources and O&M Regional Manager about job postings, interview and evaluate candidates, determine which candidates are best suited for open positions, keep applicant tracking system updated daily.
• Support with training and onboarding new hires.
• Participate in on-call rotation and daily checklist activities as needed.
• Correspond with Lead O&M Technician(s) to understand the daily needs and activities at assigned sites to be able to communicate this information accurately and timely to the Regional Manager and/or project owner.
• Work with Lead O&M Technician(s) to ensure accurate maintenance of spare parts and equipment inventories on site including the purchasing of replacement parts and equipment as needed.
• Correspond with dairy employees/owners.
• Correspond with project owners as required depending on the needs of the ownership group for each assigned site.
• Ensure O&M staff maintain site cleanliness and appearance.
• Supervise onsite construction activities (if applicable).
• Adheres to assigned work schedule, available nights and weekends (attendance and punctuality).
• Responds to phone messages, emails, and text messages in timely manner.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, procedures, permits, regulations, and maintain safety standards.
• Seeks assistance as needed and asks questions in a timely manner and to appropriate staff.
• Manages small crews.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Consistently meets the overall goals of Regenis, timely performance of duties.
• Outstanding communication skills; excellent customer service abilities.
• Ability to follow instructions with appropriate level of self-direction.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize.
• Ability to be a team-player, assisting in various areas of the business, as needed.
• Ability to interact with subcontractors, vendors and employees on a professional level.
• Responsive to inter-company personnel.
• Computer literate with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Accurately key-board at least 30 wpm.
• Travel up to 50%

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certifications as appropriate
• Current Driver’s License and acceptable driving record

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