Field Service Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

About Archaea

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.

Introductory Employment Period

Your employment with Archaea will begin with an introductory period of 90 days , starting from your first day of work. The introductory period is intended to support your transition into the role and provide an opportunity for both you and the Company to ensure a strong mutual fit. During this time, we'll work together to assess how your performance, conduct, and reliability align with the expectations of the position and the values of our organization, while also offering guidance and feedback to help you succeed.

During this time, your supervisor will evaluate your ability to meet the expectations of your role, including but not limited to:

• Consistent and timely attendance
• Quality and accuracy of work
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards
• Adherence to company policies and procedures and the bp Code of Conduct
• Professional behavior and collaboration with team members and management

At the conclusion of the introductory period, your performance will be reviewed. If you successfully demonstrate satisfactory performance consistent with the criteria set forth above, your continued at-will employment will be confirmed. If, however, you do not successfully demonstrate performance consistent with the criteria set forth above, your employment with Archaea will be terminated at the end of the probationary period.

Note that, your employment with Archaea is at-will both during the probationary period and if you successfully complete the probationary period. At-will means that either you or Archaea may terminate your employment at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice.

About the role

The Field Service/Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing highly skilled mechanical, electrical, electronic and instrumentation work in the installation, commissioning, repair, and maintenance of Archaea plant equipment, including but not limited to: troubleshooting simple to complex issues, rigging, maintaining and repairing pumps, engines, electric motors, fans, compressors, piping, valves, filters, traps, vaporizers, heat exchangers, gas meters, gas, instrumentation, MCC's, VFD's, and fire detection equipment. This position will be based out of the Memphis, TN area and requires travel to Archaea plants within the region.

Key accountabilities

• Works closely with the plant operations team in the troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment.
• Repair, replace, and adjust malfunctioning equipment to restore proper operating conditions specified in regulations and repair manuals.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Tests and calibrates, to established industry standards, equipment such as pressure and temperature transmitters, valve positioners, pneumatic controllers, electronic controllers, pressure and temperature switches and other process control equipment.
• Records equipment readings, interprets abnormal readings and alarms to take pre-designated corrective action including activation of emergency equipment and procedures.
• Performs equipment inspections to ensure that the equipment is safely maintained and operable; performs related testing and repair as needed.
• Calibrates electronic instrumentation, verifies, and adjusts equipment tolerances and records results on calibration checklists.
• Performs work orders for inspections and both preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintains test equipment calibration records
• Assists in tracking spare parts inventory reporting deficiencies for restock and reorder.
• Assists with electrical control system designs and modifications when requested
• Follows control system techniques and best practices
• Assists with new plant start up testing.
• Maintains current knowledge of the latest codes, standards and best practices to encourage electrical safety for personnel and equipment protection.
• Assists with PLC programming for a wide variety of processes, control system hardware and wiring, HMI systems, and a wide variety of hard-wired control circuits.
• Assists the bid solicitation process from equipment suppliers and oversees procurement of major control systems components such as switchgear, custom control panels, MCC's, PLC's, and HMI systems if requested
• Assists with quality control over all new control systems equipment, performing pre-delivery inspections and tests at supplier facilities where needed.
• Observes operating of installed equipment to detect hazards, problems, and the need for service, repair/replacement of mechanical components and necessary adjustments.
• Assist other maintenance team members in repairs and downtime events.
• Work shift is 10 hours per day 4 days per week. The work schedule is subject to change per business needs and management discretion.
• Overtime may be required to meet various business needs.
• Must be able to travel to plants in region to support maintenance and outage activities

Essential Education

• Graduation from high school (or GED) and three years related Mechanical work experience
• Vocational Training/ Military Service preferred

Essential Experience

• 1-3 years' experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting, preferably Allen Bradley, GE (Proficy Machine Edition or Cimplicity),
• Familiar with HMI programming or troubleshooting (no specific manufacturer).
• 1-3 years' experience working with and troubleshooting VFD motor controls and basic process control equipment (pressure, flow, temperature sensors).
• 1-3 years' experience with natural gas or LFG fueled engines in either power generation or gas compression applications (preferably Cat engines).
• Strong communication, CMMS, computer skills, and some experience with automation systems
• Ability to work with hand tools and various shop equipment (welders, drills, metal cutting, etc.).
• Good people skills and able to work through conflict to achieve desired results.
• Ability to service machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts.
• High regard for safety standards. Experience with LOTO and other safety programs
• Proficient in reading and understanding prints/schematics. Ex P&ID's, GA's, control drawings
• 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.

Desirable Criteria

• Maintenance of industrial equipment, specifically gas processing equipment
• 1-3 years I&E experience
• Any technical certification or training is a plus.

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)? 46- $50 *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

View email address on energyjobsearch.com. 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 View email address on energyjobsearch.com.

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 50% 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:

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, 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.