Environmental Technician: Landfill Gas & Leachate Systems

Republic Services; Scottdale (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Technician to oversee safe operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction and leachate collection systems at our landfills. The role includes monitoring systems to ensure compliance with safety, federal, and state requirements.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety regulations and calls for conducting sampling, troubleshooting, and reporting duties to support sustainable waste management at our facilities.

Qualifications

• Good time management to complete responsibilities safely.
• Strong communication to report operating issues to management.
• Reliable, able to follow schedules and address challenges promptly.
• Promotes company safety standards with honesty and trust.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental sampling (groundwater, surface water, air quality, gas migration).
• Measure and record gas levels at landfill well fields and probes to ensure compliance.
• Troubleshoot landfill gas extraction systems and report complex issues to management.
• Manage and troubleshoot leachate systems for safe operation and compliance.
• Perform landfill surveying as required and prepare reporting data.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Reliability

Safety compliance

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Technician to oversee safe operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction and leachate collection systems at our landfills. The role includes monitoring systems to ensure compliance with safety, federal, and state requirements.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety regulations and calls for conducting sampling, troubleshooting, and reporting duties to support sustainable waste management at our facilities.