Environmental Tech

Waste Connections Inc
  • KY
    19 days ago

    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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKY

    Skills

    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Environmental Engineeringunmatched
    • Environmental Sciencesunmatched
    • Groundskeepingunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Pumpsunmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Schematicsunmatched
    • Stewardshipunmatched
    • System Operationsunmatched
    • Technical Drawingunmatched

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