Landfill Dewatering Specialist

BP•Ashland, KY

40d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Landfill Dewatering Specialist is responsible for the safe and effective installation, inspection, operation, and maintenance of sumps, pumps, air supply lines, force main systems, air compressors, and related equipment utilized for liquid removal from the landfill gas collection system. Measurement and recording of well depths and liquid levels and assistance with general wellfield tuning and operation and maintenance activities are also required. This position is based at our Ashland, KY facility.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Understanding of pumps/pumping systems
Basic math skills
Ability to read and interpret plan and detail drawings
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively to employees inside and outside of the organization
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of variables
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Computer proficiency (experience using MS Word, Excel and email systems)
Ability to work outdoors year-round in rugged terrain
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must have ability to pass background check, physical, hearing and DOT drug test

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with pumps/pumping systems is required.
At least 1 to 3 years of landfill and/or landfill gas system experience is preferred.
Any technical certifications are a plus.
Intermediate Electrical, Chemical and/or Mechanical experience is a plus.
Hazwoper 40-hour initial training and 8-hour recurrent refresher course are a plus.
Safety (displays strong commitment to safety and completes safety training)
Attitude (displays positive attitude during system upsets and challenges)
Productivity (completes work in a timely manner)
Quality (gets the job done correctly)
Initiative (completes work with minimum supervision and seeks new and better methods to do the job)
Dependability (meets job duties and expectations, with reliable attendance and prompt response to callouts)
Attendance (shows up to work regularly and on time)
Communication (effectively communicates with team members and management)
Teamwork (works effectively with team, management and customers)
Customer focus (consistently focuses on the customer)
Ethics, Integrity and Character (treats people honestly and with respect)

Responsibilities

Performs installation, inspection, trouble shooting, cleaning, and replacement of pumps.
Performs installation, inspection, trouble shooting, and repair of equipment such as air lines, force main lines, valves, and compressors necessary for sump and gas well dewatering.
Collects data regarding pump function and liquid levels in wells and sumps, including depth to bottom, depth to liquid, pump counts, etc.
Assists wellfield technicians with general operation and maintenance of the gas collection and control system, including reading and tuning of wells, inspection of flare and blower systems, and other activities as required to ensure proper operation and compliance.
Follows all plant and landfill safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (safety shoes, hard hat, safety vest, hearing protection, safety glasses, task-appropriate gloves, chemical protection, flame resistance clothing, H2S monitoring equipment, etc.). Completes all required safety trainings and certifications.
Assists supervisory staff with operational planning of construction projects and wellfield expansions.
Maintains daily logs and obtains readings in accordance with prescribed standards.
Keeps accurate electronic and written records and documentation for all work performed and data collected; writes routine reports and correspondence.
Maintains wellfield database information to meet landfill and regulatory standards, as applicable.
Observes applicable environmental regulations while performing all tasks.
Ensures project compliance with government rules, regulations, the site-specific Title V Permit and NSPS guidelines.
Responds to call-outs in a timely manner and works overtime as required.
Maintains a clean, stocked, and orderly inventory of spare pumps and parts.
Maintains a clean work space and environment in the office/work trailer area, plant area, storage areas, and landfill.
Maintains cleanliness and upkeep of the facility all-terrain vehicle and trucks, as applicable.
Ensures all analytical equipment calibrations and recordkeeping are current.
Acquires knowledge of all gas collection equipment.
Handles and disposes of waste materials in accordance all waste handling and management rules, regulations, and company and landfill standards.