Environmental Technician (Landfill Gas)

RiseMe; Bremen (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Stock purchase plan

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Personal days

Job summary

WM is seeking a Gas Operations Technician I to operate and maintain landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS) to meet regulatory requirements. The role involves data collection from the wellfield, on-call responses, and adherence to safety protocols.

As part of WM, you will work with field equipment, calibrate electronic data devices, and support maintenance of piping and pumps while developing a stronger understanding of environmental regulations governing GCCS operations.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain GCCS to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize performance.
• Calibrate, operate and maintain data collection devices for gas collection.
• Collect and manage data from wellfield extraction and monitoring locations.
• Implement the preventative maintenance plan for GCCS.
• Operate pumps and manage liquid containment structures and LFG wells.
• Adjust valves and interpret data from wellfield systems.
• Work with PVC/HDPE piping and related equipment for maintenance.

Skills

Driver's license

No experience

Job description

I. Job Summary

This position reports to the Gas Operations Manager and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS). The GCCS consists of a series of extraction points known as wells, interconnected via piping. The collected gas is transported using gas conveyance equipment (such as a fan or blower). Landfill gas (LFG) collected by this extraction system from the landfill's wellfield is combusted within a flare. Proper operation of the GCCS is required to comply with various State and Federal environmental regulations.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Properly operate and maintain GCCS in a timely and cost-effective manner to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize performance.
• GCCS operation and maintenance includes:
• Calibrate, operate and maintain sensitive electronic data collection devices necessary to optimize LFG collection from the wellfield.
• Collect and manage data entry from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring locations.
• Implement the GCCS preventative maintenance plan.
• Operate and maintain liquid management system pneumatic or electric driven pumps (troubleshoot and determine liquid levels within liquid containment structures and or LFG collection wells).
• Perform wellfield valve/vacuum adjustments, data collection and maintenance; interpret data.
• Use Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping materials and associated equipment to perform maintenance on piping materials.
• Complete the WM Landfill Gas Technician I Training.
• Develop basic understanding of environmental regulations related to GCCS operations and develop the ability to work within an environmentally regulated industry.
• Follow job related health and safety requirements and procedures.
• Available for on-call response to GCCS related malfunction event(s).

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• No experience
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license

B. Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in environmental fieldwork, construction, electrical, mechanical, or other hands-on work environments

• Working knowledge of gas collection systems, pumps, blowers, or flare systems

• Technical or trade school training in environmental science, mechanical systems, instrumentation, or a related field

• Experience working with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping and components

• Experience using data logging systems

• Mechanical aptitude or prior experience in mechanical maintenance, including troubleshooting systems with pumps, motors, or pneumatic equipment

• Fundamental knowledge of computer data entry and interpretation

• Ability to work independently in field environments with minimal supervision

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre-employment screening, post-incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing, in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.

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