Wellfield Superintendent East

  • BP Energy
  • Grand Junction, Colorado
  • Full Time

Entity:

Supply, Trading & Shipping

Job Family Group:

Operations Group

Job Description:

About Archaea

bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And

while were still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to

help us support the global energy transition.

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. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust

development pipeline.

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. This role will require support of a team of wellfield technicians across approximately 3 to 5 sites located primarily in the Eastern PA and Mid-Atlantic region. Regional travel is expected and is estimated to be approximately 75%.

Key accountabilities

  • Responsible for execution of all wellfield technician duties across assigned sites, primarily through delegation, but via direct performance of work when needed.
  • Trains and mentors 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.

Essential education

  • Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Intermediate Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical experience and/or technical training is a plus.

Essential experience

  • 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.
  • Experience in supervising/instructing others.
  • Knowledge of NSPS for Landfills and associated monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements are required.
  • Must possess a valid drivers license, and pass a background check, physical, hearing test, and DOT drug test.

Desirable criteria

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.

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.

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 todays

energy system and build out tomorrows, apply today!

How much do we pay (Base)? $91,000 - $100,000 *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 youll receive a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with

your life. These include, but are not limited to:

Quarterly Momentum Bonus

401K Program

Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

But above all? Youll 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 eligible for relocation internationally

Remote Type:

This position is fully remote

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 bps 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.

Job ID: 487279422
Originally Posted on: 7/29/2025

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