Wellfield Regional Superintendent

Entity:

Gas & Low Carbon Energy

Job Family Group:

Operations Group

Job Description:

About Archaea

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.

About the role

The Wellfield Superintendent is responsible for planning, directing, and implementing the overall safe operation, maintenance, and performance of landfill gas wellfields under his or her oversight. Typically manages a team of wellfield technicians across approximately 3 to 5 sites located in OH, IN and OR.

Handles complex issues and serves as an expert in wellfield management, overseeing technicians at multiple facilities.Generally, makes decisions without consulting higher-level employees, but discusses unusual or complex situations with management.Takes direction from the supervising Wellfield managers and directors.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for execution of all wellfield technician duties across assigned sites, primarily through delegation, but via direct performance of work when needed.
• Trains and mentor’s wellfield technicians across assigned sites.
• Monitors wellfield performance to ensure adherence to company and industry standards and compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines  
• Plans and schedules maintenance of wellfield equipment.  
• Develops work schedules, assignments, and rotations for employees. 
• Participates in the employee hiring process.
• Ensures employees are properly trained for their respective positions.
• Reviews, approves, and submits employee timesheets and expense reports. 
• Provides employees with honest and timely feedback and coaching on performance. 
• Conducts annual performance reviews with employees. 
• Evaluates operations, maintenance, and performance of the wellfields. 
• Ensures that the wellfield preventive maintenance program is up to date, and that all documentation and records are filed (electronically or hard copied) appropriately.
• Ensures the daily transmittal of all wellfield data, flare data, and associated operating reports and spreadsheets.
• Maintains all assigned operating logs in proper order, including flare logs, inspection logs, SSM forms, etc.
• Assists with the planning, implementing, and scheduling of all maintenance, training, wellfield expansions and special projects.
• Works with plant personnel as needed to ensure that daily production reports, flow meter data, greenhouse gas data, sales meter data and Start-up-Shut down Malfunction (SSM) reports are up to date and delivered (daily/weekly/monthly) to the appropriate individuals/agencies as requested.
• Oversees operation of the assigned wellfields in the most efficient and productive manner to maintain compliance with the site-specific Title V Operating Permit, New Source Performance Standards (NSPS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and prescribed safety and environmental standards.
• Performs equipment testing and develops action plans to maximize performance and implements improvements. 
• Plans and executes special projects to improve wellfield collection efficiency. 
• Determines service priorities and schedules projects and personnel accordingly. 
• Communicates and coordinates projects with plant and landfill personnel.
• Maintains good relations with plant and landfill personnel.
• Orders/purchases materials and supplies as required.
• Ensures projects comply 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.
• Ensures maintenance and upkeep of facility all-terrain vehicles and trucks.
• Ensures all analytical equipment calibrations and recordkeeping are current.
• Has knowledge of all gas collection and control equipment.
• Performs analytical tests and documentation as required, for example: Calibration of data collection and gas analysis instruments.
• Travels regionally as needed to support assigned sites and wellfield technicians. Estimated travel is 50%.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Other functions may be assigned as business conditions change.

• Stands on feet in an upright position for continuous periods of time during the shift. (Standing)
• Raises or lowers objects (weighing up to 60 lbs.) from one level to another regularly during the shift. (Lifting)
• Bends forward by bending at the waist or by bending legs and spine regularly during the shift. (Stooping and Crouching)
• Exerts force up to 60 lbs. to move an object to or away from the employee regularly during the shift.  (Pulling and/or Pushing)
• Carries objects in arms or on the shoulders regularly during the shift. (Carrying)
• Picks up objects with fingers regularly during the shift. (Grasping)
• Uses hands and arms to reach for objects regularly during the shift. (Reaching)
• Regularly required to talk, hear and communicate using hand signals.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of seasons and weather conditions in rugged terrain.

Experience and Background

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical experience and/or technical training is a plus. 
• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience with operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems, ideally at facilities with gas processing or power generation plants, is required.
• Knowledge of NSPS for Landfills and associated monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements are required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, and pass a background check, physical, hearing test, and DOT drug test.

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of process control systems as applied to landfill gas collection and processing.                                                                                                   
• Knowledge of basic math and chemistry.
• Ability to read plan and process drawings and follow established procedures with minimal amount of general supervision (i.e., work independently).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Ability to speak effectively to employees across and outside the organization.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of unique variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.                                                                           
• Computer proficiency (including MS Word, Excel and email systems)

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)? $85,000 - $95,000

*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:

• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

• 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 not available for remote working

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.