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Gas Plant Manager

Waste Connections

Malvern, IAJob$115K/yrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$115K/yr
Location
Malvern, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Waste Connections is hiring a Gas Plant Manager. Waste Connections seeks a high‑impact Gas Plant Manager to lead and optimize operations at its renewable natural gas landfill facility in Malvern, IA. The role oversees plant performance, safety, compliance, and team development, driving continuous improvement, managing budgets and vendor relationships, and ensuring alignment with corporate and landfill goals.

Key focus areas include Manage a team of plant operators and oversee daily gas plant operations, Monitor and optimize gas processing systems including compressors, and Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Important skills include SCADA, Control Systems, Gas Processing Systems, Leadership, Team‑Building, and Problem‑Solving. Preferred (not required): CMMS, Communication, Landfill Gas Facility Experience, and RNG Facility Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SCADAControl SystemsGas Processing SystemsCMMSLeadershipTeam‑BuildingProblem‑SolvingDecision‑MakingCommunicationPreventive MaintenancePredictive MaintenanceTroubleshooting Mechanical IssuesTroubleshooting Electrical IssuesTroubleshooting Process IssuesAudit ManagementCompliance ReportingSOP DevelopmentPlant BudgetingInventory ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementLandfill Gas Facility ExperienceRNG Facility ExperienceBiogas Facility ExperienceMaintenance PlanningOutage Scheduling

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science5+ Years Experience in Gas Plant OperationsSeveral Years Leadership Experience Managing Technicians/OperatorsExperience in Landfill Gas or RNG or Biogas FacilitiesMaintenance Planning and Outage Scheduling ExperienceFamiliarity With CMMS Systems and Regulatory Reporting

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Gas Plant Manager

Waste Connections – Loess Hills Landfill

Location: Malvern, IA

Pay Range: $115,000/yr + cash/stock bonus

Waste Connections is hiring!

We are looking for a high-impact Gas Plant Manager to lead and optimize operations at our renewable natural gas (RNG) / landfill gas facility. This is a critical leadership role responsible for plant performance, safety, compliance, and team development. This opportunity is ideal for a proven leader who thrives in industrial environments and is passionate about operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Pay & Bonus Structure

  • Career Growth – Leadership visibility and advancement opportunities

  • Excellent Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

  • Strong Company Culture – Built on integrity, safety, and teamwork

The Role (What You'll Do)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a Team of Plant Operators and oversee daily operations of the gas plant ensuring optimal uptime and efficiency

  • Monitor and optimize gas processing systems including compressors and related equipment

  • Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements

  • Drive a safety-first culture and proactively identify hazards

  • Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs

  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues to minimize downtime

  • Manage plant budgets, inventory, and vendor relationships

  • Analyze plant data and implement continuous improvement initiatives

  • Partner with landfill and corporate teams to align performance goals

  • Lead audits, inspections, and compliance reporting

  • Develop and maintain SOPs and operational best practices

Additional Expectations:

  • Provide on-call leadership support during upset or emergency conditions

  • Primarily a day-role leadership position with occasional operational support as needed

What We Need From You

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in gas plant or industrial operations

  • Several years of leadership experience managing technicians/operators

  • Strong knowledge of gas processing systems and plant operations

  • Experience with SCADA and control systems

  • Proven track record improving plant performance and safety outcomes

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in landfill gas, RNG, or biogas facilities

  • Maintenance planning and outage scheduling experience

  • Familiarity with CMMS systems and regulatory reporting

Core Competencies:

  • Strong leadership and team-building skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Strong communication skills

We Keep Our Promises! Waste Connections empowers employees with a culture built on respect, reliability, and integrity.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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