Senior Renewable Energy Technician

Description

Monitoring, Control and Compliance, Inc. (MCC) is a privately owned small business providing services to the solid waste industry. Founded by a former landfill gas technician in 2005 with two employees; and has since grown to approximately 65 employees utilizing a controlled growth strategy.

Our focus is the operation and maintenance of landfill gas systems that are installed to reduce the emissions of Methane impacting our environment and provide for a “Green” energy source for our client’s end-users.

Why Monitoring Control and Compliance

· We are a team that will train you and offer you a unique and challenging career in the Landfill Gas Industry with opportunity for growth and advancement in a growing company

· Comprehensive benefits offerings including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance Parental leave, PTO and Matching 401K.

· Company vehicle assignments for individuals in qualifying positions

Core Functions

· Reports directly to Project Manager and Regional Manager.

· Be the primary communications with site management in order to set priorities for the team and project success. Acting as a Liaison between site management and project managers/supervisors Interface with site management, plant operators and project managers/supervisors.

· Supervise and manage multiple landfill gas collections systems and technicians.

· Perform all functions related to operations of landfill gas collection and control system including monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

· Train other technicians with functions and operations of landfill gas collection and control systems.

· Make sure projects are completed on time and on budget.

· Identify issues that require resolution; develop solution and provide that solution to project team.

· Understanding of state and federal regulations related to landfill gas collection systems.

· Track Compliance and identify compliance exceedances then coordinate follow up monitoring requirements within regulatory guidelines.

· As needed, perform routine on-site monitoring of system operations for compliance deadline and contractual requirements, as well as troubleshooting and diagnostics of system malfunctions.

· Document daily activities, coordinates, communicates and verifies corrective actions to maintain continuous compliance.

· Follows all company and project safety policies and procedures. Uses required personal protective equipment at all times and performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner (safety boots, safety vest, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, chemical protection and 4-gas monitoring equipment).

· Maintains cleanliness and upkeep of the company truck, all-terrain vehicle and all work areas.

· Due to the nature of the collection systems, response to after-hours call outs is possible.

General Qualifications & Experience:

· 4 years Landfill Gas experience

· Management or supervisory experience

· High school diploma or equivalent is required, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Proficient use of Windows and Windows Office software to include Excel, Outlook and Adobe.

· Complete understanding of state and regulations governing landfill gas collection systems.

· Possess technical expertise in order to maintain a high level of operation of landfill gas and control system, including high level problem solving with minimal management input

· Maintains daily logs and obtains readings in accordance with prescribed standards.

· Strong mechanical and technical aptitude, including the proficient and safe use of hand tools.

· Possess technical expertise to provide instruction and guidance to less experienced individuals.

· Patience to deal with unknown circumstances and resolution of any issues associated with the operation of a landfill gas collection and control system.

· Detailed follow up with client and supervisory personnel on critical items and issues associated with operation of a landfill gas collection and control system.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.

· Positive Attitude – To help mentor others and provide guidance as necessary.

· Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

· Ability to pass pre-employment, as well as random, drug screens, background check and motor vehicle records check.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

· Previous landfill gas system operation experience or education is a plus for a field technician candidate.

· Prefer knowledge/environmental sampling techniques.

· Current OSHA 40 Hr. HAZWOPER.

· Landfill collection system construction and installation experience.

· Pipe fusion certificate.

· Knowledge of basic math, gas chemistry, piping and instrumentation drawings.

· Electrical, Chemical and Mechanical experience.

· Google Mapping

· Adobe Pro

Physical Requirements:

· Able to think on your feet while pushing your physical limits.

· 100% outside work in all weather conditions.

· Ability to walk long distances on all terrain

· Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl

· Ability to work outdoors year-round in rugged terrain.

· Able to lift 50 lbs.

· The use of personal protective equipment (safety boots, safety glasses, safety vest and personal gas monitoring equipment) is required for daily activities.

· Able to travel overnight up to 30%

Job Type: Full-time