Tetra Tech, Inc. Phoenix , AZ 85002
Posted 5 days ago
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Tetra Tech Solid Waste West (SWW) is seeking an Environmental Field Technician for the Phoenix, AZ area. Our Environmental Field Technicians are the backbone of our Operations, Monitoring, & Maintenance (OM&M) group. They receive hands on practical experience by performing various tasks involved with monitoring & maintaining the Gas Collection & Control Systems (GCCS) on our sites. Our project sites offer a unique working environment that allows our technicians to gain experience both on an operational and a regulatory level within the solid waste industry. The pay scale for this position is $22-$25 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Your Role:
Ensuring all regulatory objectives and due dates are being met, including the proper collection and documentation of environmental data
The Operation & Maintenance of Gas Collection & Control System's (GCCS) on our projects, including performing Routine & Non-Routine maintenance on GCCS components to ensure or restore proper operation and compliance
Monitoring and analyzing landfill gas (LFG) and liquids
Monitoring and maintaining the liquids conveyance & extraction systems within the GCCS
Critical thinking and proactive problem solving of complex GCCS issues
Travel to the job site daily. Site location will vary dependent on need. Traveling out of state or long distances may be required occasionally.
Assist in Routine and Non-Routine tasks involving the operation and maintenance of GCCS activities including the collection of data, repairs, maintenance, and construction activities
Monitor and maintain the liquids conveyance & extraction systems within the GCCS
Perform maintenance on pneumatic pumps, airlines, and force mains
Troubleshoot GCCS infrastructure and liquids extraction issues
Keep and maintain field logs both via phone app (provided) and other methods
Tetra Tech will provide all necessary tools and equipment to perform the work involved. It is the technician's job to take care of the tools & equipment they are issued and ensure they remain in good condition.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma
5 years of general working experience
Proficient in the use of a PC, specifically Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Ability to keep and maintain field logs
Ability to respond to GCCS call-out devices 24/7, including holidays & weekends
Walk long distances, up and down steeply sloped landfills and outdoor terrain
Work outside in the environment in all types of seasonal weather conditions safely, including both hot and cold weather conditions
Lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a non-consistent basis
Pass a company paid, baseline health physical and drug screening
Ability to obtain, and keep in good standing, a valid driver's license and ability to drive to job sites
Complete the OSHA HAZWOPER, 40-hour, environmental health and safety class, and annual 8-hour refresher classes
Ability to develop a good working knowledge of flame-ionization detectors, photo-ionization detectors, explosive gas detectors, water level detectors PH/temperature/conductivity meters and other typical environmental monitoring equipment
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 operation and maintenance techniques for landfill gas and landfill fluids collection systems as well as landfill gas data, data processing techniques, and databases
Ability to fill out professional business documents (letters, reports, memoranda, etc.)
This Position Comes With:
Company vehicle (including gas card) for work use
Company laptop for work use
Company Cell Phone
Annual Safety footwear reimbursement program
Paid training time
Per Diem for eligible work
Paid Time Off & Holiday time
Medical
Dental
Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
401(K) w/ Competitive Match
Employee Assistance Program
The company will provide all necessary tools and equipment
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's 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 or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
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