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Wellfield Technician
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What they do
A Landfill Gas Technician ensures safety at landfills by controlling the level of methane gas to prevent combustion or explosions.
$73,550 / year median in Pennsylvania
-4% projected decline
Job Description
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Gas & Low Carbon Energy Job Family Group:
Operations Group Job Description:
About Archaea Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, Introductory Employment Period Your employment with Archaea will begin with an introductory period of 90 days , starting from your first day of work. The introductory period is intended to support your transition into the role and provide an opportunity for both you and the Company to ensure a strong mutual fit. During this time, we'll work together to assess how your performance, conduct, and reliability align with the expectations of the position and the values of our organization, while also offering guidance and feedback to help you succeed. During this time, your supervisor will evaluate your ability to meet the expectations of your role, including but not limited to: Consistent and timely attendance Quality and accuracy of work Ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards Adherence to company policies and procedures and the bp Code of Conduct Professional behavior and collaboration with team members and management At the conclusion of the introductory period, your performance will be reviewed. If you successfully demonstrate satisfactory performance consistent with the criteria set forth above, your continued at-will employment will be confirmed. If, however, you do not successfully demonstrate performance consistent with the criteria set forth above, your employment with Archaea will be terminated at the end of the probationary period. Note that, your employment with Archaea is at-will both during the probationary period and if you successfully complete the probationary period. At-will means that either you or Archaea may terminate your employment at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. About the role The Wellfield Technician is responsible for the overall safe operation, maintenance, and performance of a landfill gas wellfield. Key accountabilities Responsible for the operation of the wellfield during the assigned shift in the most efficient and productive method to maintain compliance with the site-specific Title V Operating Permit, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and prescribed safety and environmental standards as well as compliance with applicable state, federal and local rules, and regulations. Maintains daily logs and obtains readings in accordance with prescribed standards. Follows all plant and landfill safety policies and procedures. Uses required personal protective equipment at all times and performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. (safety shoes, safety vest, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, chemical protection and H2S monitoring equipment). Maintains a clean workspace including the plant building, control room, rest room, break room and grounds. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Performs landfill tuning duties by recording and storing data as required. Adjusts/tunes wellfield as required to maximize gas quantity and quality. Maintains wellfield data base and associated logs to meet regulatory and corporate compliance requirements. Documents wellhead readings, coordinates, communicates, and verifies corrective actions in order to maintain continuous compliance. Observes applicable safety and environmental regulations while performing assigned tasks.- Assists supervisory staff with operational planning of construction projects and gas collection field expansions.
- $26/hour Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting. This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120
- 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60
- 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees).
- to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero.