LFG Gas Field Tech I or II - 2026

Klickitat Public Utility District; Roosevelt (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Klickitat-Public-Utility-District is seeking a Landfill Gas Field Technician to monitor, tune, and troubleshoot the landfill gas collection system in coordination with the LFG Field Tech Lead and other O&M staff. The role includes maintaining monitoring equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and providing backup support as needed.

Qualified candidates will have 2+ years in a group work setting, strong communication skills, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in standard office applications is helpful.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, tune, adjust, and optimize the landfill gas collection system.
• Maintain well field gas monitoring equipment and associated software.
• Assist in purchasing, receiving, and inventory control of well field components.
• Provide emergency shift coverage and assist during maintenance shutdowns.
• Work safely at all times in compliance with state, federal, and PUD requirements.
• Train and qualify as an LFG Plant Auxiliary Operator when needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety procedures

First Aid/CPR certification

Maintenance techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Landfill Gas Field Technician

is responsible for safely performing supervised and unsupervised monitoring, tuning, adjustment, record keeping, troubleshooting, and repair of all gas lines and control devices in the landfill well field. This includes well field piping from wells and vacuum headers to plant and LoCi control and monitoring devices. The technician operates in cooperation with the Landfill Gas Field Tech Lead, Landfill Environmental Manager, and LFG Plant Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Technicians.

Additionally, the technician provides backup operations and maintenance coverage to the gas plant on an as-needed basis and is expected to train and qualify as an LFG Plant Auxiliary Operator to provide backup Auxiliary Operator shift coverage when necessary. This will result in an advancement to LFG Field Technician II, Grade 5 per PUD Policy.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistently demonstrate universally recognized qualities of a team leader, including:
  • Good communication skills in all forms: listening, speaking, writing, and reading.
  • Supporting the Mission and Vision of the Utility.
  • Demonstrating integrity at all times.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Being a collaborative team player.
• Assist in purchasing, receiving, and inventory control of all well field components.
• Monitor, tune, adjust, and optimize the landfill gas collection system in accordance with the KPUD/Republic Services Gas Optimization Agreement.
• Maintain well field gas monitoring equipment, gas database, and associated software.
• Interface and coordinate directly with landfill site personnel to optimize the operation of the gas collection system and flare equipment.
• Verify landfill owner compliance with the Optimization Agreement.
• Maintain communications with site management, whether on-site or off-site, as well as manage equipment assigned to the LFG field tech per O&M manuals and attend scheduled field coordination meetings.
• Work safely at all times in compliance with state, federal, and PUD requirements.
• Receive and provide necessary training.
• Provide emergency shift coverage and assist during maintenance shutdowns.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work safely at all times in compliance with state, federal, and PUD requirements.
• Receive and provide training as necessary.
• Provide emergency shift coverage as necessary, as well as helps assist in maintenance shutdowns.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

• Practices, procedures, tools, materials, procedures, and equipment used in LFG fieldwork.
  
• Methods, procedures, and safety precautions for working on landfill gas fields and natural gas projects.
  

Ability to:

• Safely operate plant utility equipment, including 4x4 ATVs, forklifts, rough-terrain forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
• Promote open communication, teamwork, and accountability.
• Set work priorities independently or in conjunction with site management.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, vendor manuals, and work procedures.
• Communicate effectively through listening and speaking, both in conversation and during meetings, as well as on two-way radios or telephones.
• Use interpersonal skills to discuss technical issues and resolve problems with other departments, utilities, contractors, vendors, and customers.
• Demonstrate cultural competency by showing respect to EVERYONE.
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Multitask and prioritize daily work while responding to emergency situations.
• Obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Carry objects up to 60 pounds unaided over rough terrain
• Ability to work outside in under all possible conditions

• Two or more years of experience working in a group environment with demonstrated knowledge of basic maintenance techniques, hand tool usage, and general maintenance aptitude.
• Ability to work both supervised and unsupervised in plant and outdoor environments.
• Two years of experience working in an industrial setting following strict safety and environmental precautions.
• Technical training in an electrical or mechanical field is strongly desired, including military or trade school training.

Additional Requirements

• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification or the ability to obtain it within six months of regular employment.
• Post-offer background check required.
• Post-offer drug test required.
• Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Professional Competencies

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in standard operating systems and office applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel