Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Environmental Technician (Landfill Gas)
Operate and maintain landfill gas collection system to ensure compliance and performance.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Landfill Gas Technician reports to the Gas Operations Manager and oversees the operation and maintenance of the landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS). The system includes extraction wells, piping, and gas conveyance equipment that transports landfill gas to a flare for combustion, ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. The technician calibrates and operates electronic data collection devices, gathers and manages data from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring sites, and implements the preventative maintenance plan for the GCCS. They also service liquid management pumps, adjust wellfield valves, perform piping maintenance using PVC or HDPE materials, and remain on call for system malfunctions. • Operate, calibrate, and maintain GCCS electronic data collection devices. • Collect, enter, and interpret data from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring locations. • Execute the GCCS preventative maintenance plan, including pump and valve adjustments. • Service liquid‑management pneumatic or electric pumps and monitor liquid levels in containment structures. • Perform PVC/HDPE piping repairs and maintenance throughout the wellfield. • Respond on‑call to GCCS malfunctions and adhere to health‑ and safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸device calibration
- ▸data collection
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸pump service
- ▸pipe repairs
- ▸on‑call support
What You Bring
A valid unrestricted driver's license is required, and candidates should have mechanical aptitude, experience with gas collection systems, pumps, blowers, and data logging, as well as the ability to work independently in field conditions. The role involves both indoor gas plant work and outdoor tasks in inclement weather, requiring physical stamina and adherence to safety procedures. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in the United States and Canada, providing accommodations throughout the selection process. The position may require a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel to federal facilities. • Valid unrestricted driver’s license. • Mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting pumps, motors, or pneumatic equipment. • Familiarity with gas collection systems, blowers, flare systems, and data‑logging tools. • Experience working with PVC or HDPE piping components. • Ability to work independently in field environments with minimal supervision. • Preferred: technical or trade school training in environmental science, mechanical systems, or instrumentation.
Requirements
- ▸driver’s license
- ▸mechanical aptitude
- ▸pumps
- ▸data logging
- ▸pvc/hdpe
- ▸independent
Benefits
WM offers a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a 401(k) match, a stock purchase plan, paid vacation, holidays and personal days. As North America’s largest waste‑management and environmental‑solutions provider, WM emphasizes sustainability, safety, training, and growth opportunities for its employees. • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short‑term disability coverage. • 401(k) match and employee stock purchase plan. • Paid vacation, holidays and personal days. • Competitive total compensation package.
Work Environment
Field