Environmental Tech
@ Waste ConnectionsEnvironmental Tech
About the job
Waste Connections offers waste management solutions. The Environmental Technician supports landfill gas systems, leachate collection, compliance, and repairs, promoting safety and sustainability across key sites.
Requirements
- Read technical diagrams
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Outdoor work in weather
- Team collaboration
Qualifications
- Environmental Science or related degree
- Mechanical background
- Experience with compliance systems
- Leadership skills
Full job description
Are you mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and passionate about environmental stewardship?
Waste Connections is hiring a hands-on Environmental Technician to support landfill gas systems, leachate collection, and compliance operations across two key sites.
What You’ll Do
- Monitor and tune landfill gas well fields
- Perform general well field maintenance (extend wells, pull pumps, run new lines)
- Assist with leachate collection system operations
- Conduct routine inspections and take well field readings
- Support compliance tasks including monthly reports, site observations, and inspections
- Collaborate with gas plant technicians and landfill operators on daily operations
- Identify and mitigate environmental hazards (e.g., leachate seeps)
- Lead or assist in repairs to reduce environmental risks
- Track and support contractor work and post-audit corrections
- Interpret and work from technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams
- Assist with ordering parts and understanding budgeting processes
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
- Mechanical or technical background a plus
- Ability to read and understand technical diagrams and schematics
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Experience with compliance systems (e.g., iAuditor) preferred
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Leadership mindset with the ability to direct field repairs and contractors
Why Waste Connections?
- Competitive compensation (Dependent on experience)
- Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match)
- Career growth and training opportunities
- A culture that values safety, sustainability, and community impact
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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