Landfill Gas (LFG) Laborer

Tetra Tech; Richfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Training & development

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a field team member to support landfill gas projects, including new gas well construction, piping, and HDPE liner fusion. You will work on landfill sites, travel up to 6 weeks at a time, and stay compliant with health and safety regulations.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in outdoor construction, strong safety focus, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Company provides lodging and per diem as part of field assignments.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in construction/outdoor labor/mining and farming industries.
• Understand operation and maintenance of landfill gas (LFG) and landfill fluids collection systems.
• Familiar with environmental & safety regulations and company safety programs.
• Must maintain a safe driving record and pass MVR check if required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with clients and peers.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Complete project paperwork (timesheets, travel logs, expense reports) neatly and on time.
• Assist with procurement of materials and equipment for projects.
• Perform maintenance on system components and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Operate site vehicles and basic equipment.
• Maintain and organize equipment and supplies.
• Follow internal procedures and safety standards.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and stay disciplined.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent worker

Safety-conscious

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:

The team offers a unique work environment that specializes in a wide variety of projects where we are drilling for natural gas on landfills, installing new piping to collect the gas, fusing and welding HDPE pipe –allowing the gas to be transported to the power plant. Your role will be to support the project needs, build new gas systems and assist other team members.

• Be punctual on all days work is assigned.
• New construction of gas wells, piping and gas flares on landfill and coal ash sites.
• Other new construction activities on landfill gas (LFG) and landfill fluids collection systems.
• $75/day per diem for meals and incidentals.
• Stay in company provided lodging.

Essential Job Functions:

• Effectively communicate with clients and peers.
• Work independently without continuous supervision.
• Complete project related paperwork neatly, timely, and accurately including but not limited to timesheets, dallies, expense reports, etc.
• Understand environmental and health and safety regulations while performing construction activities in a safe and proper manner.
• Assist with the procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies for projects.
• Perform maintenance on system components to ensure or restore proper operation and compliance.
• Operate general site vehicles and equipment, such as pickup trucks, and smaller equipment.
• Maintain, clean, and organized equipment and supplies.
• Maneuver, cut, and fuse HDPE liner.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in decentralized business in construction, outdoor labor, mining and farming industries.
• Understand operation and maintenance of landfill gas (LFG) and landfill fluids collection systems.
• Must be familiar with or able to become familiar with applicable environmental and health & safety regulations and regulatory requirements.
• To drive for company business, you must maintain a safe driving record as defined by Tetra Tech’s Vehicle Safety program. This offer of employment is contingent upon successful evaluation of a motor vehicle (MVR) check, if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Landfill or refuse collection experience.
• Proficient in the use of the PC, specifically with the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Physical Requirements:

• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a non-consistent basis.
• Climb, bend, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Walk long distances, up and down steeply sloped landfills (1:1, 2:1, and 3:1) and outdoor terrain.
• Frequently lift or carry containers, poly pipe, carry loose materials to truck.
• Work in variable conditions including extreme (hot and cold) weather safely.
• Work around (not operate) heavy construction equipment (excavators, dozers, road trucks, etc.), survey equipment, pipe fusion equipment & techniques, compacting and materials handling equipment.

Additional Information:

• Travel for extended periods, as necessary, up to 6 weeks (80% of the year away from home). Typically, on rotation every 3-6 weeks.
• Must be available to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• A background investigation if required. Please note that this investigation requires your consent and cooperation.
• This offer is also contingent on valid proof of completed OSHA 10 Hour Construction certificate as defined by Tetra Tech.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Pay commensurate with experience.

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.