Utility Operator
- Location
- Richardton, ND
- Listed
- 12 days ago
About the role
Join our team at our state-of-the-art ethanol plant in Richardton, ND, as a Utility Operator! In this vital role, you'll be instrumental in maximizing production efficiency and ensuring the highest quality standards. You'll work within a dynamic environment, contributing to all aspects of plant operations, from process monitoring and maintenance to quality assurance and load-out.
As a Utility Operator, you'll receive comprehensive training and become a key member of a dedicated crew working 12-hour rotating shifts (3-4 days per week). You'll also provide essential relief coverage for Process Operators and assist with scheduling needs, all while upholding our company's policies and objectives.
Who You Are
Operational Excellence
Monitor and control plant processes using DCS & PLC systems to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective production.
- Conduct regular equipment checks and troubleshoot operational issues in the field.
- Maintain accurate daily logs of plant equipment.
- Assist in grain handling, shipping, and receiving operations.
Quality Assurance
- Participate in the plant's Quality Assurance program, including sampling and testing process streams.
- Communicate with the QA lab to implement policies and procedures.
- Maintain QA records and interpret results, taking appropriate action as needed.
Maintenance Support
- Collaborate with the maintenance department to coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks and assist maintenance technicians with repairs.
- Help diagnose and troubleshoot maintenance-related issues.
Safety and Compliance
- Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental programs.
- Comply with city, county, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Monitor chemical inventories.
Teamwork and Communication
- Communicate effectively with all team members to ensure consistent operations.
- Contribute to the development and updates of operating procedures and training manuals.
- Utilize provided computer systems for work orders, and production records.
What Gevo Offers You
- Free health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for employee and family
- 10 days of vacation, 6 sick leave days, plus 11 paid holidays
- 401k contribution plan with match in Gevo stock
- Annual incentive plan, based on Company performance
- Paid community volunteer service time
- Dog friendly office
- Be part of a smart, high performing, passionate team
Who We Are
- We are People First
- We are Mission-Focused
- We are Agile
- We are Innovators
About the company
Gevo is a next generation, "low-carbon" fuel company focused on the development and commercialization of renewable alternatives to petroleum-based products. Low-carbon fuels reduce the carbon intensity, or the level of greenhouse gas emissions, compared to standard fossil-based fuels across their lifecycle. The most common low-carbon fuels are renewable fuels.
Gevo is focused on the development and production of mainstream fuels like gasoline and jet fuel using renewable feedstocks that have the potential to lower greenhouse gas emissions at a meaningful scale and enhance agricultural production, including food and other related products.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Gevo, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
From Gevo, Inc.'s careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 28, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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