Environmental Protection Specialist

1 month ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full time

Main Purpose and Function

The Environmental Protection Technician is responsible for the efficient operation of the landfill gas control system at the City of Vancouver's landfill in Delta. The position maximizes gas collection and utilization while minimizing the risk of landfill fire, emission of greenhouse gases/odours, and ensuring the safety of staff and the public.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conducts landfill gas well field monitoring, including data logging for the well field, manifolds, and flaring station.
  • Performs routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of instruments used for monitoring, including Landtec GEM5000 and personal gas monitors.
  • Installs, operates, and maintains the landfill gas well field leachate pumping system.
  • Conducts routine field monitoring, including liquid levels, temperature probes, pipeline inspection camera operation, and data interpretation.
  • Performs routine and reactive maintenance on all field equipment related to the landfill gas system.
  • Analyses, interprets, and presents data to landfill management staff, including identification of trends or anomalies and recommendations for follow-on work.
  • Liaises with contractors and consultants who provide contracting and professional services with respect to the operation of the system.
  • Conducts landfill gas data management and analysis using specialized data management software.
  • Reviews and updates safe operating procedures related to landfill gas tasks.
  • Conducts presentations and tours of the landfill and/or landfill gas system as needed for staff and members of the public.
  • Participates in standby rotations and responds to callouts to maintain flare station operation after-hours.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • Completion of a program in Environmental Protection Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Member of, or eligible for, membership in the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) or equivalent preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Considerable knowledge of gas collection and sampling techniques.
  • Experience working at landfills and/or waste management facilities.
  • Knowledge of various computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite.
  • Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to effectively liaise with all levels of staff.
  • Ability to perform detailed work accurately and to assess data independently in order to make operational changes as needed.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to take initiative and perform duties with minimal instruction while meeting scheduling requirements.
  • Skill in the care, maintenance, operation, calibration, and simple repair of field equipment and apparatus.
  • Ability to perform physical work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to collect, compile, analyze, and interpret data.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and handheld power tools is an asset.
  • Experience and training in working with explosive gases, surveying, and conducting water quality monitoring or vapour monitoring is an asset.
  • Experience using handheld measurement equipment is an asset.
  • Canada Safety Council UTV/ATV Operators Certificate or equivalent is an asset.

Driver's License

  • A valid BC Class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the City of Vancouver policies.

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