Environmental Technician - 21023192 (Sparks, NV)

Environmental Technician - 21023192

Equal Opportunity Employer Minority Female Disability Veteran Super strength strong skills and ready to make green your thing stability. great pay. advancementThe Opportunity Do you love working on machines Do you want to work with the latest technologies and modern practices Are you looking to build your career Start your career today and join the Waste Management team as a Gas Technician I or II. You ll be responsible for the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS). The GCCS consists of a series of extraction points known as wells interconnected via piping. The collected gas is transported using gas conveyance equipment (such as a fan or blower). Landfill gas (LFG) collected by this extraction system from the landfill s wellfield is combusted within a flare. Keep reading to learn if you re a fit for our team and more about Waste Management s outstanding benefits program.The Location Sparks NVHours Dayshift 7am-4pm or 8am-5pmSome Basic Requirements Proficient in MS Suite Products Excel Word Outlook will use daily Valid and Unrestricted Driver s License Work independently without direct supervisionMust be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily Inspects plant machinery and equipment. Repairs maintains and services all equipment in accordance with the facility Standard Operating Procedures equipment maintenance manuals and WMRE policies and training. Must also be knowledgeable to handle non-routine repairs or issues that may arise and require sound immediate judgment without direct supervision. Promptly responds to call-outs of plant shutdowns during non-business hours to identify the cause of the shutdown and rectify diagnose through appropriate repairs or adjustments to return the plant to operation while consulting with WMRE operations managers (as needed). This role is given discretion to judge the situation and respond accordingly without management intervention until needed.Preferred Skills Strong technical analytical mechanical and electrical skills. Develop basic understanding of environmental regulations related to as gas collection and control systems (GCCS) operations and develop the ability to work within an environmentally regulated industry Safety oriented Ability to work within a team environment Good time managementWHY SHOULD YOU APPLY WE INVEST IN YOU We ll provide you with a competitive salary and a top-notch benefits package including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability. You can participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) a fantastic company match on 401K and more You ll also receive Paid Vacation Holidays and Personal Days.The Company Waste Management (WM) a Fortune 250 company is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential commercial industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations transfer stations landfills recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.READY TO SUCCEED Don t delay and apply today Waste Management (WM) a Fortune 250 company is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential commercial industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations transfer stations landfills recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.I. Job Summary This position reports to the Gas Operations Manager and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS). The GCCS consists of a series of extraction points known as wells interconnected via piping. The collected gas is transported using gas conveyance equipment (such as a fan or blower). Landfill gas (LFG) collected by this extraction system from the landfill s wellfield is combusted within a flare. Proper operation of the GCCS is required to comply with various State and Federal environmental regulations.II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The individual must have the ability to work independently without direct supervision. An individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and vary by location. Properly operate and maintain GCCS in a timely and cost-effective manner to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize performance. GCCS operation and maintenance includes Calibrate operate and maintain sensitive electronic data collection devices necessary to optimize LFG collection from the wellfield. Collect and manage data entry from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring locations. Implement the GCCS preventative maintenance plan. Operate and maintain liquid management system pneumatic or electric driven pumps (troubleshoot and determine liquid levels within liquid containment structures and or LFG collection wells). Perform wellfield valve vacuum adjustments data collection and maintenance interpret data Use Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping materials and associated equipment to perform maintenance on piping materials. Complete the WM Landfill Gas Technician I Training. Develop basic understanding of environmental regulations related to GCCS operations and develop the ability to work within an environmentally regulated industry. Follow job related health and safety requirements and procedures Available for on-call response to GCCS related malfunction event(s).III. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory duties.IV. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.A. Education and Experience Education Not required. Experience No prior work experience required.B. Certificates Licenses Registrations or Other Requirements Valid and unrestricted driver s licenseC. Other Knowledge Skills or Abilities 18 years of age or greaterV. Work Environment Key points regarding the environmental demands and work environment are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding monitoring device use machine operation etc.) most of the workday Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to __ pounds on occasion Required to work outdoors approximately 80% of each workday work involves exposure to dirt odors noise weather extremes or similar elements. Required to walk over steep and rough terrain for considerable distances daily Required to wear personal protective equipment (safety glasses hardhat safety boots safety vest personal multi-gas monitor etc.) in accordance with company Health and Safety standardsBenefits At Waste Management 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. Please apply now on the site below or call 877.220.5627 to speak with a Waste Management recruiter today s wmtalent.taleo.net careersection ex jobdetail.ftl job 21023192 Equal Opportunity Employer Minority Female Disability Veteran