SCS Engineers · 20 hours ago
Field Tech I
West Valley City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expSCS Engineers is focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment. They are seeking a Field Technician I to operate, monitor, and maintain landfill gas migration control systems and other environmental pollution control systems, while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
ConstructionConsultingProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Field sampling of various test locations including wells, probes, headers, blowers, flares, pumps, etc
Data recording and analysis
Based on data review and consultation with supervisor, adjusts gas flow rates from wells, headers, and blowers (pumps)
Operates and maintains various analytical equipment including calibration
Records and maintains daily field logs reporting data collected, field observations, actions taken, and recommended actions to be taken
Reports/consults with supervisor (and in some instances client) regarding field conditions and test results
Implements necessary routine and non-routine repairs and maintenance required to keep systems operating and in compliance with various prescribed operating parameters and goals
Perform, supervise, and/or otherwise assist in required maintenance and repairs
Interact/supervise/manage vendors and/or sub-contractors needed to assist with operating, monitoring, and maintenance of the control/recovery systems
Conduct on-site Health and Safety meetings (tailgate meetings) and verify that Health and Safety standards are followed by on-site staff and sub-contractors
Walks the landfill with an air-monitoring instrument to perform surface emission monitoring
Use of tools, ladders, portable saws, and generators to cut pipe to raise or repair gas well piping
Use grinders and extrusion welding equipment to repair or expand gas system or leachate piping
May be required to operate backhoe and/or forklifts to remove soil and lift piping and equipment to perform non-routine repairs on gas system and leachate piping
Lift manhole covers and enter sumps or vaults to obtain well measurements or tune gas wells
Repair leachate or condensate pumps. Lift and lower repaired pumps into vaults or sumps
Complete site check list and inform supervisor of any changes or concerns
Participates in monthly tailgate Health and Safety meeting. Participates in monthly Health and Safety (SOP) training
Prepares daily logs for work performed on sites during workday
Actively participate in the SAFE process by making observations, review and assist in the development of the project health and safety plans including the associated Job Task Safety Analyses
Assists Laborers, Field Technician II, Senior Field Technicians, Equipment Operators, Foreman or other staff
Qualification
Required
40 hour Health and Safety, 8 hour Management and Supervisor, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, Confined Space Entry, and Trench Excavation Safety training
Zero to three years in O&M of mechanical systems or pipeline construction
Experience or demonstrated high degree of aptitude in mechanical work; analytical problem solving and data analysis; interpretation of plans, specifications, schematics, manufacturer manuals, system operation and maintenance manuals; interpretation of applicable codes and regulations
Effective organizational as well as written and verbal communication skills
Meet physical requirements for driving (pick-up truck), walking inspection of improved and unimproved property, lifting and carrying equipment/mechanical components (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), hand excavation/digging (using shovels/picks), carrying and climbing ladders, operating and working from manlifts, operating electric tools (drills, saws, etc.), using hand tools (screw drivers, wrenches, hammers, etc.) and providing services under varying weather conditions
Preferred
High school diploma preferred
Training in polyethylene pipe fusion for construction or, combustible gas sensor and/or ground flare O&M
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays, PTO, and Paid Parental Leave
Safety footwear reimbursement program
Paid training and all necessary tools and equipment provided
Per diem for travel for eligible work
Company truck and cell phone for certain Field Services positions
Company
SCS Engineers
SCS is an employee-owned environmental consulting and construction firm that designs and implements sustainable environmental solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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