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Landfill Gas-to-Energy Plant Operator / Maintenance Technician

Boutique Recruiting
Cohoes, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Position Title: Landfill Gas-to-Energy Plant Operator / Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Focus)

Turn your mechanical skills into a career with purpose. If you enjoy working with engines, troubleshooting equipment and solving mechanical challenges, this is an opportunity to join a growing renewable energy company where your work directly supports cleaner, more sustainable power generation. The operator will engage in various mechanical tasks, ensuring the smooth conversion of landfill gas into energy. This position requires a proactive individual who can handle on-call responsibilities and adapt to a dynamic work environment.

The operator will collaborate with a team to maintain equipment and adhere to safety regulations. You'll receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced operators and gain exposure to advanced power generation equipment while enjoying outstanding benefits, overtime opportunities and long-term career growth.

Salary Range: $62,400 / Year DOE

Responsibilities

  • Perform facility inspections, maintenance, and repairs of plant equipment
  • Monitor and adjust plant system controls to enhance performance and prevent equipment failure
  • Respond to plant alarms, learning appropriate corrective actions
  • Maintain compliance with state and federal permitting requirements
  • Complete daily, weekly, and monthly logs and reports
  • Order and maintain an inventory of tools and supplies
  • Coordinate plant activities with clients and other facilities
  • Conduct random security inspections around the plant
  • Perform landfill tuning duties as needed

Requirements

  • 1-5 years of operation and maintenance experience on mobile or stationary engine generator sets up to 1500kW
  • Own basic hand tools.
  • Ability to handle on-call expectations and pass pre-employment screenings
  • Mechanical experience is required; electrical experience is a plus
  • Ability to read and interpret operations and safety manuals
  • Valid driver's license is required
  • PLC knowledge is preferred

Benefits

  • 401(k) with a 7% company match and guaranteed contributions
  • Comprehensive health insurance with low premiums
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) incentive
  • Paid time off based on experience, with a maximum of 240 hours
  • Paid holidays and personal choice holidays

If you are a Landfill Gas-to-Energy Plant Operator / Maintenance Technician looking to take the next step in your career, apply now!

Salary : $62,400

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