Entity:

Gas & Low Carbon Energy

Job Family Group:

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 we’re 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.

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.

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 Sr. Traveling Wellfield Technician is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, repair, installation, and performance of the assigned landfill gas collection and control systems. Travel will be required primarily to locations in Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Kansas City. locations will vary, and the candidate must be willing to travel to sites across the U.S. as needed. Travel is 75 percent or greater.  

Key accountabilities

• Responsible for the operation and trouble-shooting of the wellfield and control devices in safe, efficient, and productive manner to maintain compliance with the site-specific Title V Operating Permit, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and prescribed safety and environmental standards and applicable state, federal and local rules and regulations.
• Maintains daily logs and obtains readings in accordance with prescribed standards.
• Follows all plant and landfill safety policies and procedures.  Uses personal protective equipment (hardhat, FR clothing, safety shoes, safety vest, hearing protection, gas monitoring equipment, safety glasses, etc.) in accordance with work tasks and company policies.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintains a clean workspace and environment in the plant and office areas, grounds, and on the landfill.
• Writes routine reports and correspondence.                               
• Performs tuning and adjustment of the wellfield collection system to ensure compliance, maximize gas collection, and minimize air intrusion, storing data as required.
• Maintains wellfield database and associated logs to meet regulatory and corporate compliance requirements.
• Performs and documents wellhead repairs, adjustments, and readings; coordinates, communicates, and verifies corrective actions in order to maintain continuous compliance.
• Observes applicable safety and environmental regulations while performing assigned tasks; performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assists supervisory staff with operational planning of construction projects and gas collection field expansions.
• Ensures project compliance with government rules, regulations, the site-specific Title V Permit and NSPS guidelines.
• Responds to callouts in a timely manner and works overtime as required.
• Maintains cleanliness and upkeep of facility vehicles and equipment.
• Ensures all analytical equipment calibrations and recordkeeping are current.
• Acquires knowledge of all gas collection equipment.
• Performs analytical tests and documents as required, example: Calibration of data collection and gas analysis instruments.

Essential education

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass background check, hearing and DOT drug test.  

Essential experience

• Experience and proven skill in operating, maintaining, trouble-shooting, repairing, and installing landfill gas collection and control systems. 
• Basic math skills. 
• Mechanical aptitude. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and plans. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to solve problems.  
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.   
• Proficiency with computers, including experience using MS Word, Excel, and email systems. 
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and other equipment.  

Desirable criteria

• At least 3-5 years’ experience and proven skill in operating, maintaining, and repairing landfill gas collection and control systems.
• Technical certification or training is a plus.
• Mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical experience 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)? $26 - $30/hour, depending on experience

*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 benefits@bp. 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 benefits@bp.

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 75% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is fully remote

Skills:

Control of Work, Cost-conscious decision-making, Maintenance general, Procedures and practices, Reliability general, Risk Management, Safety Leadership, Turnaround general

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 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.