Landfill Gas Technician
| Company | Waste Connections |
|---|---|
| Location | Lafayette, CO, USA |
| Salary | $75000 – $85000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Completed coursework or degree in areas of Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar preferred
- Previous gas experience preferred
- Ability to adhere to Company policies and procedures
- Available for on-call response to gas system operations
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license
- Ability to relocate may be required for future promotional opportunities
Responsibilities
- Individual must have the ability to work independently without direct supervision
- Assist in installing gas collection wells, pipes, and other infrastructure
- Use Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping materials and associated equipment
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on gas collection system
- Monitor extraction points within the gas collection system to ensure that gas collection systems comply with local, state, and federal environmental regulations
- Calibrate and operate data collection equipment
- Collect and manage data entry from gas collection system
- Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues within the gas collection system
- Perform general maintenance around the landfill and gas collection system
- Inspect and monitor gas collection flares, blower skids and other associated equipment
- Operate and maintain liquid management system pumps within the gas collection system
- Assist with other environmental compliance duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Completed coursework or degree in areas of Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar preferred
- Previous gas experience preferred