Landfill Gas & Leachate Technician — Environmental Ops

Republic Services; Scottdale (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 6%

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

PTO

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Health spending accounts

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Technician to oversee safe operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction and leachate systems at our landfills. You will monitor systems, collect samples, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company safety rules.

Responsibilities include environmental sampling, measuring gas levels, troubleshooting equipment, preparing reporting data, and supporting safety programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience at an OSHA-regulated site.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and company policies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental sampling including groundwater, surface water, air quality, and gas migration.
• Monitor landfill gas levels in well fields and boundary probes for safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot gas extraction systems and report issues to management.
• Manage and troubleshoot leachate systems to meet safety standards.
• Perform landfill surveying as required.
• Prepare and submit reporting data for gas extraction and leachate systems.
• Adhere to safety regulations in all duties.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Follow-through

Safety compliance

Work pride

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Technician to oversee safe operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction and leachate systems at our landfills. You will monitor systems, collect samples, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company safety rules.

Responsibilities include environmental sampling, measuring gas levels, troubleshooting equipment, preparing reporting data, and supporting safety programs.