Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a full-time civil or environmental technician with interest in landfill gas maintenance support. This role will be based in and around project sites in Central/Southern Michigan (majority of work), Northwestern Ohio, and Greater Midwest.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science® to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Summary:
As a Field Technician for Tetra Tech, you will be responsible for working on a variety of environmental projects related to environmental protection and remediation, primarily related to solid waste (landfills). The job duties involve collection of complete and usable data for construction activities at our client facilities. Primary responsibilities will be daily documentation of landfill maintenance projects including landfill liners and gas collection systems.
Your Role:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Adhere to safety policies and programs, and practice safe working procedures. Training and safety equipment (monitors, PPE, etc.) will be provided as needed.
- Be in good physical condition and be able to consistently lift and work with equipment weighing 50 pounds, occasionally up to 75 pounds.
- Be able and willing to work outdoors 40+ to 70 hours per week in a variety of weather conditions.
- Mechanical and problem-solving skills are a big plus.
- Landfill CQA projects require extensive travel demands; therefore, the willingness and availability to be away from home for extended periods of time (e.g.: one to three weeks) is required. Work is generally seasonal and projects may not be consistently available.
- Apply critical thinking and problem solving of complex field issues and/or under general supervision provide an aggressive and proactive approach to client needs and urgent issues that arise.
- May cross-train to perform monitoring, tuning and maintenance of landfill gas collectors and other infrastructure.
- Data collection and documentation on a daily basis, and submitting reports using computer software, using computer software such as MS Word and Excel along with internal company apps.
- Work independently to apply general principles to various situations.
- Ability to build and retain mutual relationships with clients.
Technician work requires that you:
- Walk long distances, up and down steeply sloped landfills and uneven outdoor terrain, while carrying testing/sampling equipment.
- Work in extreme (hot and cold, wet or dry) weather conditions safely.
- Safely operate /or work in close proximity of heavy equipment.
Qualifications:
- Minimum High School Diploma and 1 year (cumulative) of general working experience.
- Additional education in environmental or other natural science is a plus (geology, biology, ecology etc.).
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
- Ability and willingness to learn general environmental and health & safety regulations and regulatory requirements.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following:
- You will be required to drive on a regular basis for Company business you must maintain a safe driving record as defined by Tetra Tech's Vehicle Safety program. This offer of employment is contingent upon successful evaluation of a motor vehicle (MVR) check.
- You will be required to successfully pass a uranalysis drug screen. Tetra Tech Solid Waste East is a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol business.
- The job offered to you and its associated essential elements of work; you will be required to pass a comprehensive Medical Examination.
- If you have received any health and safety training relevant to this regulation previously, please provide copies of certificates documenting such training.
Qualifications:
- Minimum High School Diploma and 1 year (cumulative) of general working experience.
- Additional education in environmental or other natural science is a plus (geology, biology, ecology etc.).
- Strong mechanical, problem solving skills and technical aptitude.
- Ability and willingness to learn general environmental and health & safety regulations and regulatory requirements.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following:
- You will be required to drive on a regular basis for Company business you must maintain a safe driving record as defined by Tetra Tech's Vehicle Safety program. This offer of employment is contingent upon successful evaluation of a motor vehicle (MVR) check.
- You will be required to successfully pass a uranalysis drug screen. Tetra Tech Solid Waste East is a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol business.
- The job offered to you and its associated essential elements of work; you will be required to pass a comprehensive Medical Examination.
- If you have received any health and safety training relevant to this regulation previously, please provide copies of certificates documenting such training.
This role is not eligible for any work sponsorship support.
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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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