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Waste Connections
Gas Plant Manager
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What they do
A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.
$55,401 / year median in Iowa
+6% projected growth
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!