Landfill Gas Technician at Waste Connections

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Landfill Gas Systems, System Monitoring, Maintenance, Environmental Compliance, Data Collection, Troubleshooting, Repair, Air Quality Testing, Emissions Monitoring, Record Keeping, Mechanical Aptitude, SCADA Systems, Gas Monitoring Software

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Waste Connections is looking for a Landfill Gas Technician to join the team in Walnut, MS! About Us At Waste Connections, we’re more than just a waste services company—we’re a team of environmental stewards committed to sustainability, safety, and service. We’re looking for a Landfill Gas Technician to join our team and help us manage landfill gas systems that support renewable energy and environmental compliance. What You’ll Do As a Landfill Gas Technician, you’ll be responsible for the daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of landfill gas collection systems. Your work will directly support environmental compliance and the recovery of renewable energy from landfill operations. Key Responsibilities: Monitor and maintain landfill gas collection wells, piping, and flare systems. Perform routine inspections and maintenance on blowers, flares, and condensate management systems. Collect and record gas flow, pressure, and composition data using handheld instruments. Troubleshoot system issues and assist with repairs to optimize gas recovery. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. Support air quality testing and emissions monitoring. Maintain accurate records for inspections, maintenance, and compliance reporting. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required. 1–3 years of experience in landfill operations, gas systems, or environmental monitoring preferred. Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with tools and equipment. Comfortable working outdoors approximately 60 to 90% of each workday in all weather conditions. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with landfill gas systems and environmental regulations (e.g., NSPS, Title V). Experience with SCADA systems and gas monitoring software. Certifications in landfill operations or environmental compliance (SWANA, OSHA, etc.). Why Join Waste Connections? Competitive compensation Start Time: 5:30 AM Competitive pay and benefits package Opportunities for career growth and development Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility A team-oriented culture that values integrity and innovation Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. You’ll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The technician will be responsible for the daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of landfill gas collection systems, including wells, piping, and flare systems. Key duties involve collecting and recording gas data, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations.