Lead Gas Recovery Technician - South
DTE Energy · Needville, TX · 2 wk ago
Management$35.63–$42.84/hrFull-time
Duties
- Direct the daily activities of the Gas Recovery Technicians under the guidance of the Facility Manager
- Identify, design, and implement creative solutions to increase gas collection. Work through CI to manage collection efficacy, surface emissions and penetration emissions throughout the host landfill(s)
- Efficiently make un-planned repairs to restore operational capacity of the gas collections system with support of the Gas Recovery Technicians assigned to the affected facility. Unplanned maintenance may require attention at any hour of the day, including weekends and holidays
- Ensure compliance with SEM scans and penetration monitoring. Identify, design, and implement creative solutions to ensure 0 exceedances
- Plan and execute expansion projects in support of the Gas Collection Control System. Supervise, assist, and direct the work of contractors on-site in the performance of repairs and expansion projects
- Responsible for the administrative records to include logbook, As-built drawings, instruction manuals, spare parts inventory, and regulatory records
- Perform training of new hire Gas Recovery Technicians for proper gas reads, tuning and repairs in the wellfield
- Conduct day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of a landfill gas (LFG) collection system and LFG delivery pipeline
- Perform equipment inspections and collect samples of LFG wells and gas collection system and adjust optimize gas collection as necessary
- Adhere to company and project specific health and safety requirements, participate in monthly safety audits and inspections
- Routinely operate a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years’ experience with an LFG collection system or equivalent work experience
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record
- Advanced knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic and instrument systems including equipment such pumps, gas analyzers and rolling equipment operation
- Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions and recommend sound alternatives
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
- Computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous military experience
- A technical degree or certificate in a mechanical field
- Experience with HPDE fusion welding equipment