Environmental Technician - CL-3

Republic Services • Bridgeton, MO

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About The Position

The Environmental Technician is responsible for safely operating and maintaining landfill gas extraction systems, leachate collection systems, and related systems at Republic Services landfills. The role monitors these systems and ensures work complies with safety regulations and applicable federal and state requirements.

The position also supports environmental sampling, records landfill gas measurements, troubleshoots system issues, performs surveying as required, and prepares required reporting data. The technician performs work safely and efficiently and may take on other job-related duties as required.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working at a site regulated by OSHA.
• Good time management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Good communication skills and ability to effectively communicate operating issues to management.
• Ability to follow through, adhere to the work schedule, and address challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules, promote company safety standards, and work with honesty and trustworthiness.
• Pride in work and commitment to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or assist with environmental sampling, which may include groundwater, surface water, air quality, and gas migration.
• Measure and record gas levels in landfill well fields and at landfill-boundary probes to support compliance with safety regulations and federal and state requirements.
• Troubleshoot and correct landfill gas extraction system issues; report more complicated issues to management.
• Manage and troubleshoot the leachate system to ensure it operates in accordance with safety standards and federal and state regulations.
• Perform landfill surveying activities as required.
• Prepare and submit required reporting data related to landfill gas extraction, leachate, and other related systems.
• Perform responsibilities safely and efficiently, adhering to applicable safety regulations and federal and state requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may elect comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed