Landfill Gas Technician
- Hebron, KY, United States
$21.5 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $21.5 USD / hour
- Experience
- Minimum of 1 year experience in landfill gas, environmental, or mechanical fields.
- Working hours
- 40-50 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Title: Landfill Gas TechnicianJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Landfill Gas Technician to support our Operations and Maintenance efforts. This role requires comfort working outdoors and involves a commitment of 40-50 hours per week, including participation in an on-call rotation. The primary focus will be on monitoring and tuning the landfill gas wellfield.Responsibilities
- Monitor and tune the landfill gas wellfield to ensure optimal performance.
- Participate in a rotation schedule for on-call duties, including Saturday callouts.
- Perform field sampling and data collection accurately and efficiently.
- Troubleshoot and solve problems related to landfill gas operations.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager for hands-on training and guidance.
- Travel to landfill sites within one hour of each other for support and monthly checks.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of 1 year experience in landfill gas, environmental, or mechanical fields.
- Mechanical aptitude with experience in gas pipeline operations.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Proficient in reading software related to landfill gas operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in natural gas distribution, utility, mechanical, or military fields is considered.
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification is advantageous.
- Experience operating excavators is a significant advantage.
Work EnvironmentThe role involves traveling and supporting landfill sites within a one-hour radius, working Monday through Friday with no overnight stays during regular work weeks. Once independent, the technician will join a rotation schedule for Saturday callouts if necessary. Expect 2-3 days a month of overnight travel to other sites for monthly checks. A company truck and fuel card will be provided. Training includes one-on-one guidance with the Project Manager and a week-long course in Landfill Gas 101 in Ohio or Missouri. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hebron, KY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hebron, KY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Hebron,KY.About Actalent
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