Gas Plant Operator Location: Dry Creek Landfill – Eagle Point, OR Company: Rogue Waste Systems Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (or until work is complete) On-Call Requirement: One week of 24/7 on-call duty per month. Must have reliable transportation and be able to respond within 1–2 hours. Compensation: $85,000–$90,000 annually + 10% annual cash bonus Probationary Period: 90 days
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Career growth opportunities with a strong promote-from-within culture Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and employee discounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Scholarship opportunities for employees’ children Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 401(k) with up to 5% company match Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage Position Summary The Gas Plant Operator is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of landfill gas processing equipment and related systems. This role monitors and controls plant performance through SCADA, DCS, and PLC systems while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, and solutions-oriented, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with team members, contractors, and site leadership. Key
Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, and optimize plant equipment and processes to ensure safe and reliable performance. Monitor and adjust operating parameters, including pressure, temperature, flow rates, and electrical/mechanical systems. Perform routine inspections and identify abnormal operating conditions, equipment issues, or process deviations. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process-related problems using system data, trends, and alarms. Support maintenance activities, including equipment isolation, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and startup procedures. Respond to alarms, process upsets, and emergency situations to stabilize operations and minimize risk. Execute emergency response procedures, including emergency shutdowns (ESD), when required. Maintain compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and environmental regulations. Accurately document operating data, incidents, inspections, and corrective actions. Read and interpret technical documents, including P&IDs, SOPs, and equipment manuals. Communicate operational updates, equipment concerns, and maintenance needs to appropriate personnel. Assist with inventory tracking and ordering of parts and supplies. Respond to after-hours callouts, emergencies, and operational needs as required.
Qualifications
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review.
Experience
in plant operations, landfill gas systems, industrial equipment, utilities, mechanical maintenance, or a similar industrial environment preferred. Mechanical aptitude with the ability to use hand tools and perform routine equipment inspections. Basic computer skills and proficiency with logs, email, and monitoring systems. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform the physical demands of the role. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and scheduled on-call rotations as needed. Preferred Skills Process Monitoring & Control (SCADA, DCS, PLC) Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis Emergency Response & Incident Management Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures Preventive Maintenance Support Safety & Environmental Compliance Technical Documentation Interpretation (P&IDs, SOPs) ****If applying through Indeed or other third party site: To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website at: www.careers.wasteconnections.com Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. You’ll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.