Opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role at a renewable, wood-fired biomass facility in Vermont.
This is a small team, high-impact environment where you’ll have real ownership of plant performance, people, and day-to-day operations.
Position Summary
The Operations Manager / Shift Supervisor is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a wood-fired biomass power plant.
Working closely with the Plant Manager, Maintenance team, and fuel suppliers, this role combines technical oversight with hands-on leadership to optimize plant performance, fuel usage, and environmental compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Operations
Oversee day-to-day plant operations across control room and plant floor
Lead and support Control Room Operators and Steam Plant Operators
Act as the primary point of contact for shift teams, providing direction and technical support
Monitor plant performance and troubleshoot operational issues to minimize downtime
Manage fuel receiving, handling, and inventory to ensure consistent supply and quality
Adjust operating parameters to optimize efficiency, output, and emissions compliance
Maintenance & Coordination
Partner with Maintenance to plan and execute preventive and corrective work
Support troubleshooting and coordinate vendor involvement when required
Maintain accurate CMMS records for work orders, inspections, and logs
Assist with outage planning and continuous improvement projects
Safety & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with OSHA and Vermont environmental regulations
Lead safety meetings, drills, and incident investigations
Maintain environmental reporting across emissions, permits, and water quality
Commercial & Administrative Support
Support fuel cost tracking, budgeting, and inventory management
Assist with operational reporting for internal and regulatory stakeholders
Identify and implement improvements to enhance plant efficiency and reliability
Experience & Background
5+ years in biomass, power generation, or industrial plant operations
2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong hands-on experience with boilers, steam turbines, or solid fuel systems
Degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, or similar preferred (or equivalent experience)