Job Description
Job Description
Overview
As a Landfill Field Technician for Blue Granite Environmental, you will be responsible for working on a variety of diverse environmental projects related to landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS). Much of your time will be spent in the field and traveling to and from sites. Your duties will include but are not limited to:
• Under general supervision operate, monitor, and maintain landfill gas migration control/recovery systems;
• Calibrate, operate and maintain sensitive electronic data collection devices in order to optimize the landfill gas collected from the wellfield.
• Collect data from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring locations;
• Perform wellfield valve/vacuum adjustments, data collection and maintenance; interpret data;
• Develop a general understanding of environmental regulations related to GCCS operations.
• Assist with small construction projects including pipe and valve installation;
• Use Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping materials and associated equipment to perform maintenance on piping systems;
Required Training
• 40 hour HAZWOPER training
• Yearly HAZWOPER 8 hour refresher
• John Zink Flare School; renewed every 5 years
Qualifications
• 2+ years experience in a related field;
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Data analysis skills
• Mechanical skills and attention to detail are crucial;
• On the spot troubleshooting skills are a must;
• Ability to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 50 pounds on occasion;
• Ability to work outdoors approximately 75% of each workday; work involves exposure to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements;
• Ability to walk over steep and rough terrain for considerable distances on a daily basis;
• 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 standards;
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record;
• Ability to travel to sites in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts on a weekly basis; and New York monthly
• 2-5 overnights per month as needed
• Ability to work independently in the field in varying weather conditions with strict adherence to operating procedures and safety policies; and
• High school diploma/GED.
Benefits
· Matching 401K after 1 year anniversary
· Performance based bonus
· Performance based raise
· Work phone, vehicle, & credit card after a 6-month probationary period
About Us
Blue Granite Environmental is a family run business started in 2009. As a competitive environmental consulting firm, we provide services to multiple regional waste removal service companies. We specialize in Landfill Gas Collection and Control Systems (GCCS) but also provide additional services as needed for our clients.
We are looking for someone who can use their knowledge and hands-on experience to solve technical problems as they arise for our clients. You must be a motivated self-starter to succeed in this position. In this position you will have the opportunity of working with a team of like-minded professionals willing to teach and guide you along.
Company DescriptionBlue Granite Environmental is a family run business started in 2009. As a competitive environmental consulting firm, we provide services to multiple regional waste removal service companies. We specialize in Landfill Gas Collection and Control Systems (GCCS) but also provide additional services as needed for our clients.
Company Description
Blue Granite Environmental is a family run business started in 2009. As a competitive environmental consulting firm, we provide services to multiple regional waste removal service companies. We specialize in Landfill Gas Collection and Control Systems (GCCS) but also provide additional services as needed for our clients.