The Opportunity :

Tetra Tech is adding an Operations and Maintenance of Landfill Gas systems Technician to our Solid Waste / Environmental team based in Eastern Minnesota Area.

Why Tetra Tech :

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science® to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.

For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Your Impact :

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world.

Discover your full potential join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Summary :

Under the direction of the Field Manager, the landfill gas technician will have ability to specialize in a wide variety of activities where you may conduct testing, monitoring, and performing maintenance or moderate construction activities including pump maintenance, plastic pipe welding and data collection.

This opportunity is structured to allow you the chance to work with an experienced group of field staff as well as become your own boss.

Depending on your experience you will be required to spend a period of time training and shadowing staff familiar with this kind of work.

You will report to an onsite supervisor but be part of a regional group managed remotely.

Yor Role :

• Operation and maintenance activities on landfill gas (LFG) and landfill liquids collection systems.
• Perform landfill gas control and collection system construction, repairs and expansions.
• Perform well raising, PVC extensions, HDPE pipe welding and other similar work.
• Equipment operation such as forklifts, mini-excavators, haul trucks, etc.
• Working with pressurized air and liquid lines.
• Assist construction managers with the procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies for projects.
• Perform maintenance on system components to ensure or restore proper operation and compliance.
• Critical thinking and problem solving of complex field issues.
• Environmental data collection and interpretation and general office assistance such as filling out paperwork and submitting reports.
• Emergency and Urgent response repairs.

Qualifications :

• Respond to LFG and landfill liquid collection systems emergencies, if required.
• Travel, if necessary, may require overnight stays. It is anticipated this position could require travel 10% of the time however, this estimate may change based on client needs.
• Work effectively and efficiently as both a team and as your own boss.
• Walk long distances, up and down steeply sloped landfills and outdoor terrain.
• Work safely in extreme (hot and cold) weather conditions, as are endemic for the Pennsylvania area
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a non-consistent basis.
• Pass a company paid, baseline health physical and drug screening, as required.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical system failures.
• Provide an aggressive and proactive approach to client needs and urgent issues that arise.
• Must be available to work overtime, nights, weekends, on-call, and holidays if necessary.
• Minimum High School Diploma and 1 year of general working experience.
• Current 40 Hour HAZWOPER preferred, but not necessary.
• OSHA 10-hour construction certificate a plus.
• Ability to learn and work with complex field monitoring equipment including : flame-ionization detectors, photo-ionization detectors, explosive gas detectors, water level detectors PH / temperature / conductivity meters, and other typical environmental monitoring equipment.
• Some heavy equipment operation, HDPE pipe fusion experience a plus.
• Ability to learn general gas, soil, and air sampling techniques including applicable environmental and health & safety regulations and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to be familiar with operations and maintenance techniques for landfill gas and landfill fluids collection systems.
• Ability to become familiar with landfill gas data, data processing techniques and databases.
• Be able to understand and use Tetra Tech’s field data management systems once trained
• Basic PC use, Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to build and retain mutual relationships with clients.

Due to the nature of the position being offered, this offer is contingent upon successful completion of the following :

• A background investigation. Please note that this investigation requires your consent and cooperation.
• You will be required to drive on a regular basis for Company business you must maintain a safe driving record as defined by Tetra Tech’s Vehicle Safety program.

This offer of employment is contingent upon successful evaluation of a motor vehicle (MVR) check.

• You will be required to successfully pass a urinalysis drug screen. Tetra Tech Solid Waste East is a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol business as such you will be subject to quarterly random drug screens where allowable by law.
• The job offered to you and its associated essential elements of work; you will be required to pass a comprehensive Medical Examination.

oIf you have received any health and safety training relevant to this regulation previously, please provide copies of certificates documenting such training.

About Tetra Tech :

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world.

Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people.

All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Additional Information

• Organization : 209 SWE

Last updated : 2024-06-05