Environmental Technician

Environmental Technician

The Environmental Technician plays a critical role in supporting landfill gas collection, environmental compliance, and field remediation activities. This position requires HAZWOPER certification, strong experience in environmental fieldwork or environmental remediation, and the ability to accurately record and document gas leak data while performing physically demanding outdoor labor.

Technicians will work 8–10 hours per day in an outdoor landfill environment, supporting gas system operations, emissions monitoring, and general site maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Gas Leak Data Recording — Conduct field monitoring, document readings, and maintain accurate environmental records.
• Environmental Fieldwork — Support landfill gas recovery systems, migration control systems, and environmental compliance tasks.
• Perform general labor including digging, soil placement, and covering waste areas.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain landfill gas flares and related equipment.
• Assist in operating and maintaining landfill gas collection systems to ensure efficient renewable energy conversion.
• Monitor emissions and system performance to support regulatory compliance.
• Follow landfill safety protocols and environmental guidelines.
• Support site foremen and environmental staff as needed.
• Demonstrate initiative, reliability, and strong independent work habits.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification (Required)
• Experience in environmental technician work, environmental remediation, or field environmental operations
• Ability to work outdoors for long periods in varying weather conditions
• Comfortable with physically demanding labor
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and documentation
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and ability to follow safety procedures
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and maintaining gas system components

Preferred Experience

• Prior work in landfill operations, gas collection systems, or industrial environmental monitoring
• Familiarity with GD&T, field instrumentation, or environmental sampling equipment
• Experience supporting renewable energy or methane recovery systems

Why Join Our Team?

Become part of a team dedicated to environmental stewardship and renewable energy. This role offers hands-on field experience, supportive leadership, and opportunities to advance into Gas Technician or other specialized environmental roles. You'll contribute directly to emissions reduction and sustainable landfill operations.

Work Environment

• Outdoor landfill setting with exposure to weather, odors, and rugged terrain
• 8–10 hour shifts with occasional weekend work
• Practical, durable clothing required for physical labor
• Must be comfortable working in a high-activity industrial environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Fernando, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Fernando, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.