Lead Field Technician

Position Title: Lead Field Tech 

Department: Operations

Reports to: Field Operations Manager / Regional Operations Director

Compensation: Starting hourly range $30 - $38; Commensurate to Skills and Experience

Hours: Full-time; Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Non-Exempt Compliance Note: This position is classified as non-exempt under California law. The role is paid hourly and is eligible for overtime, meal and rest breaks, and all other non-exempt protections under CA Labor Code and IWC Wage Order 4. All hours worked must be tracked accurately.

Benefits:

• Three weeks paid vacation.
• Eight and a half paid holidays per year.
• Two paid flexible holidays per year.
• Paid sick time.
• ICHRA Health Insurance Reimbursement or Health Insurance Reimbursement.
• 100% Employer Paid Dental & Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Other benefits accrue over the first 3-24 months, including additional paid vacation, no-cost primary medical care membership, 401k, 401k matching, and quarterly profit share.

Place of Work: Visalia, CA

Corporate Headquarters: 1730 South Street, Redding CA, 96001

Company Overview

Maas Energy Works is the leading developer and operator of agricultural waste-to-energy systems in the United States. The Company designs, develops, constructs, and operates biogas renewable energy generation systems, primarily on dairy farms. Our projects include anaerobic digesters, biogas-powered electric generation, and renewable natural gas upgrading.

Position Description

The Field Tech Lead plays a key supporting role in ensuring the efficient operation of our RNG facilities and all associated equipment involved in biogas handling, upgrading, cleanup, and combustion processes. This role entails performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of various equipment while coordinating with team members and business partners to maintain seamless operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site operations ensuring that all equipment and systems are operating as designed while maximizing facility up-time.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance tasks to ensure the proper functioning of RNG facilities and associated equipment.
• Perform upgrades, retrofits, and repairs on equipment as required.
• Troubleshoot issues related to equipment operation and functionality, employing a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Coordinate with team members and external partners to address technical challenges and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Operate and service a diverse range of equipment, including but not limited to large internal combustion engines, PLCs, data loggers, biogas blowers, 3-phase motors, and electrical wiring.
• Commission new equipment and oversee modifications to existing systems, adhering to industry standards and safety protocols.
• Maintain spare parts inventory.
• Utilize maintenance tracking software.
• Communicate via email, text, and phone with team members, clients, and business partners as necessary.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with safety procedures.
• Support and mentor junior field technicians.
• Assist with team coordination and scheduling as needed.
• Work Closely with his/her Direct Supervisor on:  
• Performance reviews — participate and collaborate during the review process.
• Interviews and hiring 
• Team strategy —  develop prioritization, key objectives, agenda, action plans, and goals.
• Producer/client interactions — support more complex or sensitive conversations 
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Advanced mechanical and electrical experience required (3-5 years).
• Demonstrated analytical thinking with an ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems in a timely manner.
• Proven experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of mechanical and electrical equipment, preferably within an industrial setting.
• Familiarity with PLCs, data loggers, biogas blowers, 3-phase motors, and electrical wiring systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment, demonstrating adaptability and initiative.
• Strong communication skills across various channels (verbal, phone, email, and text).
• Commitment to safety protocols and regulatory compliance in all aspects of facility operations.
• Must be proficient in English. Proficiency in Spanish is helpful but not required.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demand Requirements

Work Environment

This job mainly operates in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, etc. Noise level may be loud at times and works around moving mechanical or construction equipment.

Physical Demands

Must be able to move objects of at least 50 lbs., and use leg, abdominal, and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.

Salary : $30 - $38