Field Technician, Landfill SEM Specialist

Actalent; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

ESOP program

Health benefits

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Field Technician Landfill Gas (Surface Emissions Monitoring) to support SEM at multiple landfill sites, primarily in California. The role involves outdoor fieldwork, extensive walking on uneven terrain, and frequent travel in a company vehicle to collect environmental data and ensure emissions compliance.

Responsibilities include walking SEM paths, data recording, basic environmental testing, and clear communication with project teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor environments requiring long walks.
• Willingness to travel to CA landfill sites and surrounding states.
• Ability to walk long distances on uneven terrain while using monitoring gear.
• Strong attention to detail in environmental data collection.
• Experience with field testing and environmental sampling is a plus.
• Clean driving record and safe driving habits.
• Safety-conscious and procedure-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Travel regularly to California landfill sites and nearby states to perform SEM.
• Walk serpentine paths on uneven surfaces while using monitoring wand.
• Collect, record and organize environmental field data on landfill gas and emissions.
• Perform basic environmental field testing and sampling as required.
• Use company equipment safely during monitoring and data collection.
• Operate a company truck safely and in compliance with policies.
• Maintain detailed data entry and documentation for site visits.
• Communicate field findings to project teams promptly.
• Follow safety protocols in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.

Skills

Outdoor walking

Travel willingness

Uneven terrain walking

Data accuracy

Field testing

Clean driving

Safety-minded

Tools

SEM equipment handling

Job description

Actalent is hiring a Field Technician Landfill Gas (Surface Emissions Monitoring) to support SEM at multiple landfill sites, primarily in California. The role involves outdoor fieldwork, extensive walking on uneven terrain, and frequent travel in a company vehicle to collect environmental data and ensure emissions compliance.

Responsibilities include walking SEM paths, data recording, basic environmental testing, and clear communication with project teams.