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Environmental Technician (Landfill Gas)

WM · Zeeland, Ottawa County

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Fit summary

Strong fit if you like hands-on environmental monitoring, careful recordkeeping, and outdoor industrial work. Thin public culture/salary data here—lean on WM’s size, founding year, and the O*NET task set when deciding.

Day in the role

As Environmental Technician (Landfill Gas) at WM, expect field and office environmental quality work: collect and analyze air or groundwater samples, log readings and observations, keep project logbooks or digital files, decontaminate or check field gear, and turn data into assessments with tables, charts, or sketches.

Skills to emphasize

Build strength in field sampling, chain-of-custody style records, basic lab or meter use, data tables/charts, and clear technical notes. No certification package or costs are supplied in CERTS for this family.

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Is this role remote?

No. The listing marks remote as 0; expect on-site work in Zeeland, Ottawa County.

What does the day-to-day involve?

Environmental quality field/office work: sampling, logging data, equipment checks, and assessment reports per O*NET technician tasks.

Where can I learn the occupation standard?

See O*NET summary 17-3025.00 for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians.

Occupation tasks (O*NET)

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O*NET source

Company facts (cached)

Website: wmg.com

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

WM seeks an Environmental Technician (Landfill Gas) for full-time work at our Zeeland facility in Ottawa County, Michigan. In this role, you'll operate and maintain advanced landfill gas collection and control systems that capture and process methane from our landfill operations. Position Summary This position operates under the Gas Operations Manager and focuses on the day-to-day operation of our landfill gas extraction infrastructure. You'll ensure that all collection wells, piping, and conveyance equipment function safely and efficiently to support environmental compliance and operational objectives at our facility. Your Responsibilities Operate and maintain landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS) Monitor and maintain extraction wells and the interconnected piping networks that transport gas Oversee gas conveyance equipment including fans and blowers used in the collection process Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose equipment issues Record operational data and monitor system performance Support environmental compliance and safety protocols Coordinate with the Gas Operations Manager and team members on daily operations Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Technical aptitude and ability to learn complex environmental systems Experience with equipment maintenance or field operations preferred Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety Valid driver's license Willingness to follow established safety and operational procedures Working at WM WM is a leading provider of environmental solutions and waste services in North America. We invest in our team members and foster a safety-focused culture that supports professional development and career growth. Next Steps To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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