Landfill Dewatering Specialist

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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 were 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 Landfill Dewatering Specialist is responsible for the safe and effective installation inspection operation and maintenance of sumps pumps air supply lines force main systems air compressors and related equipment utilized for liquid removal from the landfill gas collection system. Measurement and recording of well depths and liquid levels and assistance with general wellfield tuning and operation and maintenance activities are also required. This position is based at our Ashland KY facility

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 well 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.

Key accountabilities

• Performs installation inspection trouble shooting cleaning and replacement of pumps.
• Performs installation inspection trouble shooting and repair of equipment such as air lines force main lines valves and compressors necessary for sump and gas well dewatering.
• Collects data regarding pump function and liquid levels in wells and sumps including depth to bottom depth to liquid pump counts etc.
• Assists wellfield technicians with general operation and maintenance of the gas collection and control system including reading and tuning of wells inspection of flare and blower systems and other activities as required to ensure proper operation and compliance.
• Follows all plant and landfill safety policies and procedures including the use of personal protective equipment (safety shoes hard hat safety vest hearing protection safety glasses task-appropriate gloves chemical protection flame resistance clothing H2S monitoring equipment etc.). Completes all required safety trainings and certifications.
• Assists supervisory staff with operational planning of construction projects and wellfield expansions.
• Maintains daily logs and obtains readings in accordance with prescribed standards.
• Keeps accurate electronic and written records and documentation for all work performed and data collected; writes routine reports and correspondence.
• Maintains wellfield database information to meet landfill and regulatory standards as applicable.
• Observes applicable environmental regulations while performing all tasks.
• Ensures project compliance with government rules regulations the site-specific Title V Permit and NSPS guidelines.
• Responds to call-outs in a timely manner and works overtime as required.
• Maintains a clean stocked and orderly inventory of spare pumps and parts.
• Maintains a clean work space and environment in the office/work trailer area plant area storage areas and landfill.
• Maintains cleanliness and upkeep of the facility all-terrain vehicle and trucks as applicable.
• Ensures all analytical equipment calibrations and recordkeeping are current.
• Acquires knowledge of all gas collection equipment.
• Handles and disposes of waste materials in accordance all waste handling and management rules regulations and company and landfill standards.

Essential education

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience with pumps/pumping systems is required.
• At least 1 to 3 years of landfill and/or landfill gas system experience is preferred.
• Any technical certifications are a plus.
• Intermediate Electrical Chemical and/or Mechanical experience is a plus.
• Hazwoper 40-hour initial training and 8-hour recurrent refresher course are a plus.

Essential experience

• Understanding of pumps/pumping systems
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and interpret plan and detail drawings
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively to employees inside and outside of the organization
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of variables
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form
• Computer proficiency (experience using MS Word Excel and email systems)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in rugged terrain
• Must possess a valid drivers license
• Must have ability to pass background check physical hearing and DOT 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 todays energy system and build out tomorrows apply today!

How much do we pay (Base) ($25-$26) *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 may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at . 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 .

Join our industry-leading team and youll 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

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

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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 with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps 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 processplease 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.

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