Gas Operations Supervisor

WM - Waste Management; Lake Mills (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

401K Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Days

Job summary

WM - Waste Management is seeking a well-qualified individual to oversee the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS) at our Lake Mills facility. The role includes supervision of Gas Technician I and II and management of contractors to maintain regulatory compliance and optimize LFG collection.

The position requires 5 years of GCCS-related experience, a valid driver's license, and a background in environmental fieldwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• 5 years of landfill gas field or related experience (in addition to education requirements).
• Administrative Services/DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State 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 LFG wellfield optimization.
• Supervise Gas Technician I and II and contractors; mentor technicians.
• Provide project management support to the AGOM for GCCS design and construction.
• Be available for on-call response to GCCS-related incidents.
• Review GCCS operating data and prepare reports; enforce health and safety requirements.

Skills

Gas field experience

Supervisory experience

Data collection/monitoring

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Physical Science/Biology/Chemistry

Electrical/Mechanical vocational training

Tools

Data logging systems

Gas instrumentation tools

PVC/HDPE piping knowledge

Gas GCCS troubleshooting

Job description

Relocation assistance provided.

I. Job Summary

This position reports to the Area Gas Operations Manager (AGOM) and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS) including the supervision and direction of Gas Technician I and Gas Technician II positions as well as contractors.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Properly operate and maintain GCCS in a timely and cost-sensitive manner to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize performance.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain sensitive electronic data collection devices necessary to optimize LFG collection from the wellfield.
• On a routine basis, collect and manage data entry from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring locations. Required to validate a tuning strategy to ensure proper LFG collection and high level of collection efficiency
• Implement GCCS preventative maintenance and develop ownership for all assigned GCCS.
• Install, operate, and maintain liquid management system pneumatic or electric driven pumps (troubleshoot and determine liquid levels within LFG collection wells).
• Perform wellfield monitoring, tuning adjustments, data collection, and field maintenance.
• Hands on construction using materials such as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) and/or High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping materials and associated equipment to perform maintenance on piping or other components of the gas collection system.
• Troubleshoot GCCS and related systems
• Train and mentor Gas Technicians on GCCS operations and maintenance activities; mentor and evaluate technician proficiency
• Manage/supervise contractor activities
• Provide project management support to the AGOM for GCCS design and construction.
• Participate in the development of LFG related capital and expense budgets.
• Be available for on-call response (physically on site or by phone as required) to GCCS related malfunction events.
• Review and analyze GCCS operating data and prepare reports, coach technicians on same. Implement and enforce all job-related health and safety requirements and procedures.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• 5 years of landfill gas field or related experience (in addition to education requirements)
• Administrative Services\\DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Valid and unrestricted driver's license

B. Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Physical Science, Biology, or Chemistry (or related field).
• Electrical/Mechanical vocational or technical school graduate, or post-high-school technical training in mechanical systems, instrumentation, or environmental fieldwork.
• Working knowledge of gas collection systems and field equipment such as pumps, blowers, and flare systems.
• Hands-on experience with PVC and/or HDPE piping, components, and associated maintenance activities.
• Experience with gas blower and/or flare maintenance.
• Experience using data logging systems and/or landfill gas instrumentation tools for monitoring and performance optimization.
• Industrial instrumentation experience (field troubleshooting, calibration, monitoring devices).
• Advanced understanding of environmental regulations related to GCCS operations and/or prior environmental monitoring experience.
• Background in environmental fieldwork within regulated operations (landfill, industrial, or similar).
• Basic project management and/or estimating experience supporting system improvements, construction, or maintenance planning.
• Hands-on supervisory experience with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams, supported by strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required, with residence within approximately one hour of the Central Landfill to support on-site operational needs and emergency response.

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.

• Lifting
• Carrying
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Handling
• Grasping
• Standing
• Walking
• Feeling
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our 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

For United States: 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.

For Canada: 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.