Field Technician

Actalent; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Company truck for travel

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Field Technician in Marshall, MI to support landfill gas systems. You will analyze well data, perform pump maintenance, and ensure safe, compliant operations across multiple sites in the Great Lakes region.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, data collection, and the ability to read landfill gas data from wells, SEMs, and probes, with company-provided truck and ESOP benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical maintenance skills for pumps and equipment.
• Experience in landfill gas operations or environmental field work is preferred.
• Ability to read, tune, and interpret landfill gas data from wells, SEMs, and probes.
• Proficient in data entry and data collection for environmental field measurements.
• Understanding of environmental testing and field sampling procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles safely.
• Commitment to safety procedures and working in field conditions.
• Willingness to travel regularly to Great Lakes landfill sites.

Responsibilities

• Analyze landfill well data to support gas collection and control.
• Perform pump maintenance including pulling, rebuilding, troubleshooting, and replacements.
• Conduct gas readings and tuning to optimize performance and compliance.
• Use SEMs and probes to assess gas emissions and system integrity.
• Collect and enter field data with accurate records.
• Support environmental testing and field sampling activities.
• Operate company equipment and travel between sites safely.
• Travel to multiple landfill sites within the Great Lakes region as required.
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to a people-first culture.
• Collaborate with team members to identify issues and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Landfill operations experience

Gas data interpretation

Data entry & collection

Environmental testing knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Tools

SEMs

Job description

Job Title: Field Technician

Job Description

This role supports operations and maintenance activities for landfill gas systems, with a focus on analyzing landfill well data, maintaining mechanical equipment, and ensuring safe and efficient gas collection operations across multiple sites in the Marshall, MI area.

Responsibilities

• Analyze landfill well data to support effective landfill gas collection and control.
• Perform pump maintenance, including pulling, rebuilding, troubleshooting, and replacing pumps used in landfill gas systems.
• Conduct landfill gas reading and tuning to optimize system performance and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Use surface emissions monitoring (SEMs) and probes to assess landfill gas emissions and system integrity.
• Collect and enter field data accurately, maintaining clear and organized records of measurements and observations.
• Support environmental testing and field sampling activities related to landfill gas operations.
• Operate company equipment and vehicles safely and in accordance with company policies and safety procedures.
• Travel to multiple landfill sites within the Great Lakes region to perform routine and corrective maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols and contribute to a culture that prioritizes safety and people first.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to identify system issues, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on pumps and related mechanical equipment.
• Experience with landfill operations, landfill gas systems, or environmental field work.
• Ability to read, tune, and interpret landfill gas data from wells, SEMs, and probes.
• Proficiency in data entry and data collection for environmental or field-based measurements.
• Understanding of environmental testing and field sampling practices.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate company vehicles.
• Commitment to working safely and following established safety procedures.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to landfill sites within the Great Lakes area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior landfill gas experience is a plus.
• Mechanical experience in pumps or similar equipment is highly beneficial.
• HAZWOPER certification is a significant plus.
• Background in environmental field work is advantageous.
• Familiarity with environmental data collection tools is helpful.

Work Environment

This position operates as a traveling landfill gas technician throughout the Great Lakes area, typically within 1 hour of the assigned site in Marshall, MI . The role involves working at multiple surrounding landfills, including several local sites and additional locations within the state, with occasional support for sites in neighboring states. Work is primarily field-based at active landfill facilities, involving outdoor conditions, varying weather, and exposure to typical landfill environments. The technician uses company-provided equipment and has access to a company truck for travel between sites. The organization offers an employee-owned structure with an ESOP program, aligning financial growth with company growth, and promotes an excellent culture centered on safety and people first.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marshall, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Marshall,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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