Plant Operator Mechanic - Renewable Power (West Covina)

About OPAL Fuels

OPAL Fuels (Nasdaq: OPAL) is a leader in the capture and conversion of biogas into low carbon intensity RNG and renewable electricity. OPAL Fuels is also a leader in the marketing and distribution of RNG to heavy duty trucking and other hard to de-carbonize industrial sectors. For additional information, and to learn more about OPAL Fuels and how it is leading the effort to capture North America's naturally occurring methane and decarbonize the economy, please visit www.opalfuels.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Industrial Mechanic with experience in steam power generation to join our team as a Mechanic and Plant Operator at a small steam boiler power plant in West Covina, CA. This position blends hands-on mechanical maintenance with operational oversight of steam generation systems. Reporting to the Lead Plant Operator, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring reliable plant performance, maintaining equipment integrity, and supporting safe, efficient power production. The primary objectives of this role are to maximize output, minimize downtime, and uphold the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and environmental compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain steam boiler systems, turbines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Conduct daily checks of operating equipment, including flow meters, gas chromatographs, fluid levels, pressure and temperature readings, and unusual noises to identify and correct issues before failure occurs.
• Sample feedwater and boiler water regularly, analyze results, and maintain proper water chemistry to ensure safe and efficient boiler operation.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, pumps, valves, and rotating machinery.
• Install, align, and repair industrial equipment in accordance with millwright standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist in planning and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Maintain detailed records of production data, equipment operating hours, service schedules, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations to ensure compliance.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in and around the plant: prevent oil accumulation, keep equipment and floors presentable, and maintain the yard and perimeter fence.
• Keep all on-site parts and supplies stocked, organized, and inventoried.
• Operate the plant with a strong focus on safety: clean spills immediately, ensure lighting systems are functional, eliminate slip/trip hazards, and promptly address electrical or mechanical issues. Confirm that all visitors, mechanics, and contractors follow safe work practices.
• Work with internal resources to resolve operational and mechanical problems.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
• Communicate material and personnel issues clearly to area managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma/ GED equivalent
• Unlimited Steam License or Minimum 3-5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance and plant operations, ideally in power generation.
• Journeyman- level Industrial Mechanic or Millwright certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in equipment alignment, rigging, and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or on-call as required.
• Basic electrical knowledge is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of steam boiler systems, pumps, compressors, and rotating equipment.
• General troubleshooting abilities.
• Skilled in recordkeeping and logging.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Must be self-motivated and perform most tasks with little or no supervision.
• Experience in welding helpful.

Work Hours and Arrangements

Monday to Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm; Occasional 12 hour rotating shift coverage to support vacancies.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described 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.

Position requires physical effort such as that associated with driving a motorized vehicle, operate an ATV, using hand tools, and typing on a computer. Position requires moderate lifting (10-50 lbs.), occasional need to walk on irregular surfaces, and occasional stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching. Also requires the use of hands and arms to operate/examine gas meters, flow meters, hand tools, power tools, bridge and jib cranes and test/diagnostic equipment.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

The range for this role is anticipated to be $35.00 - $39.00 hourly with bonus for eligible positions. Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401(k) plus Matching Contributions
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Ten Paid Holidays per year

OPAL Fuels LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

OPAL Fuels does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies without a current signed agreement and written confirmation specifying the roles for which submissions are authorized. Any resumes submitted without an agreement and authorization will be considered the property of OPAL Fuels.