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Environmental Protection Specialist

2 months ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full time

Main Purpose and Function

The Environmental Protection Specialist (Landfill Gas Maintenance Technician) is primarily responsible for the efficient operation of the landfill gas control system at the City of Vancouver's waste management facility. More specifically, the position maximizes gas collection and utilization while at the same time minimizing the risk of landfill fire, emission of greenhouse gases/odours and ensuring the safety of staff/public. Due care and attention is required at all times during data collection to identify problems and make operational adjustments or minor repairs to minimize the risk of fire/explosion. This position is based at the City of Vancouver's waste management facility.

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, personal gas monitors, etc.
  • Installs, operates and maintains the landfill gas well field leachate pumping system.
  • Conducts routine field monitoring including liquid levels, temperature probes (permanent and down well), pipeline inspection camera operation and data interpretation, and equipment inspections.
  • Performs routine and reactive maintenance on all field equipment related to the landfill gas system.
  • Analyses, interprets, and presents data to other Environmental Protection Specialist (Landfill Gas Maintenance Technician) and waste management staff, including identification of trends or anomalies and recommendations for follow on work.
  • Liaises with contractors or other City of Vancouver staff 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.
  • Reading, reviewing and updating safe operating procedures related to landfill gas tasks.
  • Conducts presentations and tours of the waste management facility 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.
  • Backfills for GPS survey technician for minimal periods.
  • Backfills for other Environmental Protection Specialists (Landfill Gas Maintenance Technicians) during vacation or absence.
  • Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

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, including operations staff, engineering staff and superintendents.
  • 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, i.e. using GPS and level instruments, and conducting water quality monitoring or vapour monitoring is an asset.
  • Experience using handheld measurement equipment in as asset. Examples of equipment include: Landtec GEM, Landtec SEM5000, or other landfill gas analyzer with data logging capability and personal gas monitors.
  • 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.

Business Unit/Department: Waste Management Operations