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Maintenance Technician
Location: Auburn, NY
Sector: Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) / Anaerobic Digestion
About the Opportunity
We’re working with a fast-scaling Renewable Natural Gas operator seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to play a critical role in keeping complex biogas and upgrading systems running at peak performance. This is a hands-on, high-impact position where your work directly influences plant uptime, gas production, and ultimately the success of a growing RNG operation. If you thrive in environments where no two days are the same—and where mechanical, electrical, and process systems intersect—this is where you want to be.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Own troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance across plant equipment
- Diagnose and resolve faults across:
- Pumps, conveyors, compressors, gearboxes
- Electrical systems (4–20mA, 120–460 VAC)
- Use SCADA/HMI systems to monitor plant health and optimise performance
- Execute and continuously improve preventative maintenance programmes
- Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to plan repairs
- Utilise CMMS systems to manage work orders and maintenance tracking
- Source parts, manage inventory, and minimise downtime
- Perform temporary fixes when needed to maintain operations
- Support operations teams and cross-train across plant functions
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment
What We’re Looking For
- 5 years in industrial maintenance (energy, waste, manufacturing, or similar)
- Strong experience across:
- Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic & pneumatic systems
- Motors, pumps, conveyors, compressors & instrumentation
- Proven ability to troubleshoot both mechanical and electrical faults
- Experience operating forklifts or powered industrial equipment
- Working knowledge of health & safety regulations and best practices
Key Attributes
- Problem-solver mindset – fixes it right, first time
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Comfortable working independently and within a team
- Flexible and reliable – willing to support on-call and out-of-hours work
- Clear communicator with a proactive approach
Schedule
- Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Overtime on-call rotation as required
Physical Requirements
- Lifting up to 50 lbs regularly
- Climbing, bending, working in confined or awkward spaces
- Working at height (ladders/platforms)
Why This Role Stands Out
This isn’t just maintenance—it’s mission-critical work at the heart of the energy transition. You’ll be working on infrastructure that converts waste into renewable energy, reducing emissions and shaping the future of sustainable fuel.