Landfill Gas Manager

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. • Town of Angelica, NY

7d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Landfill Gas Manager is responsible for providing technical and logistical support primarily for landfill gas (LFG) management systems and other landfill environmental systems at Casella’s landfill divisions. The incumbent supports landfill division managers with operational aspects of LFG and other environmental system management, including operations, maintenance, monitoring, environmental compliance, construction and other technical support. The scope of responsibility may include multiple landfill facilities, closed and operating, located in New York, and Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• The successful candidate will have an associate’s or bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, engineering, geological sciences, related field, or equivalent experience along with 5+ years of experience in solid waste, civil/environmental engineering, or related industry.
• The incumbent must have demonstrated technical knowledge and experience working on LFG collection, leachate management, energy recovery systems or similar landfill control equipment.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to travel among company offices and facilities throughout the Northeast is necessary.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication and formal presentation skills, strong commitment to workplace safety, sustainability and environmental compliance, and a demonstrated ability to manage time and resources to meet permitting and regulatory deadlines is required.
• A thorough mechanical aptitude and proficiency in MS Office 365 and other related platforms is expected.

Nice To Haves

• Although not required, background knowledge or interest in environmental engineering, geological sciences or certificate in trade area are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the LFG OM&M consulting services, managing LFG construction projects, and assisting with the engineering, planning, and budgeting related to landfill LFG & Leachate management systems and their operations.
• Provides leadership, mentoring, training, logistical & technical support, and quality oversight for Casella’s environmental technical operations staff as required to ensure their effective job performance.
• Manages specialized LFG operations, monitoring, and maintenance (OM&M) consulting services, including the development of a scope of services that meets operational and compliance objectives of individual Landfill divisions, assists with procurement, bidding, and contract management, and ensuring services provided meet quality standards, compliance objectives, and contract requirements.
• Assists landfill divisions with LFG system construction management including procurement, contract management, project logistical support, and field supervision as required.
• Understands the technical aspects of LFGE projects, provides technical support related to LFG system operations pertaining to LFGE facility operations. Interface and communicate effectively with LFGE plant operators and 3rd party LFGE developers and helps landfill divisions with LFG energy project (LFGE) operations pertaining to LFG operations, compliance, and maintenance. Collaborates and assists Casella’s engineering & environmental compliance managers and third-party engineering/consulting firms on related LFG/environmental systems related compliance programs, including data collection, data QCQA review and compliance reporting. Participates in the engineering planning and technical review for LFG system designs, including assistance with as-built plans, equipment specifications, construction plans, and 5-year system expansion plans.
• Develops a thorough understanding of applicable state environmental management department regulations (NY, MA, PA) and United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) rules and regulations related to LFG and related collections system operations and creates preventative maintenance & contingency programs for LFG systems and related system equipment to improve equipment and avoid any necessary unplanned maintenance activity constantly.
• Participates in regular health and safety meetings to ensure that necessary regulations are being followed by on-site staff.
• Assists in the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training of new employees to ensure they feel comfortable and are properly trained to be successful in their positions.
• Manages and provides leadership to team members through effective communication, establishing clear goals and objectives, coaching team members on goal achievement, and ensuring access to training and development opportunities that assist employees in attaining the necessary skills to achieve desired team and organizational results.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the organization’s products, sales, and services and performs other applicable duties necessary to help drive the organization's vision and to fulfill its mission in line with its core values.
• Ensures compliance with all organization, state and federal policies, regulations, and laws regarding employment and employee safety.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees