Hybrid Environmental Management Specialist at CCITC

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Environmental Management Specialist (EMS) is responsible for assisting with the daily field operations of the Solid Waste Gas Collection and Control System (GCCS) embedded within the 3 landfills on site serving customers and communities throughout Central and North-Central Wisconsin. The Environmental Management Specialist works directly with MCSWD operations staff to ensure compliant operation for a sanitary landfill system that manages waste from multiple counties. 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Environmental Monitoring

• Monitoring landfill gas (LFG) collection system and approved treatment methods of either the flare or LFG to energy production – Renewable Natural Gas (RNG).

• Field data collection of wellhead concentrations and analysis to achieve compliance with laws.

• Monitoring of surface emissions and gas migration off site, including odor.

• Utilizes advanced tools and meters for determining quality readings of landfill systems, sensors, and byproduct parameters per compliance standards.

• Maximizes gas volumes by routinely adjusting and implementing consistent collection protocol.

• Monitor liquid levels in landfill and in gas wells.

Environmental Infrastructure Operation, Control, Monitoring and Repair

• Monitors and repairs Area A, B and BBR landfill gas collection wellfields consisting of a total of 75 wellheads with over 7.1 miles of landfill gas and condensate piping delivery, in ground and waste.

• Monitors 3 separate dual contain leachate and condensate collection systems with 25 individual pumping sites responsible for capturing and containing contaminated liquids to the proper processing facilities.

• Assists and provides support for all systems for function, repair and additional landfill needs to protect human health and the environment.

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and assist with repair of LFG operating systems and displays. 

• Operates GCCS liquids extraction system from all wells, sumps, knockouts.

Engineering Designs, Implementation and Collaboration

• Follows engineering drawings, conducts field Construction Quality Assurance in house to accurately assess and execute construction plans to strict code and specifications. Completes daily report updating, communicating, and reporting for assurance and reference potentials.

• Utilizes GPS systems for marking and surveying layouts of future and existing infrastructure to minimize costs and delays. Verification of as built construction projects, in ground features needing coordinates and understanding of actual infrastructure location.

• Works with engineering firm representatives to remedy onsite needs.

Alternate Designation and Assistance Roles

• Adapts to the ever-changing needs of the facility on a daily basis, able to fill in on scale duties, equipment repairs, hazardous waste intake and processing, interim leadership during vacation or pandemic situations.

• Assists with all site maintenance tasks ranging from snow removal to scale operation, repairs and upgrades. 

• Serves as immediate backup and support to Environmental System and Pollution Control Specialist but would not be responsible for reporting to WDNR or decision making relative to GCCS design, modification, or repairs.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

High diploma or equivalent. Possession of a WI driver's license and a driving record that meets County standards. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of landfill gas generation and capture methods and processes

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, customers, and the public

• Skilled in operating all equipment used in performing essential functions

• Ability to work in adverse environments, harsh conditions and inclement weather

• Knowledge of landfill operating systems and various data collection systems

• Ability to read, interpret engineering drawings, interact and communicate exceptionally with regulators, customers, contractors and engineers

• Knowledge of soil types and impact of soils on waste and vegetation

• Knowledge of meters and equipment to monitor and collect field data

• Complete knowledge of GPS systems, applications, data processing and field usage.

• Ability to review, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and exercise discretion in interpreting data and implementing a course of action in response to changes that occur

• Understanding of landfill systems, piping and controls

• Knowledge of landfill operating systems and various data collection systems

• Ability to review, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and exercise discretion in interpreting data and implementing a course of action in response to changes that occur

• Ability to read, interpret engineering drawings, interact with regulators and engineers

• Knowledge of soil types and impact of soils on waste and vegetation

• Very strong written and oral communication skills

• Hands-on mechanical assembly, repair and diagnostics in the field and on the fly.

• Complete knowledge of GPS systems

• Knowledge in core values of an efficient and productive government organization

• Knowledge in recognizing unsafe practices and implementing action for change

• Knowledge in meters and equipment to monitor and collect field data

• Ability to make decisions with and without others based on situational options.

• Constructive criticism and positive feedback strategies

• Ability to work in adverse environments and inclement weather

• Effective in contributing and leading in meetings and communication

• Skilled in operating all equipment used in performing essential functions

• Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in problem solving

• Ability to effectively share information with other staff and work as part of a team

• Time management, record keeping, and organizational skills

COMPENSATION:

Starting hourly rate: $23.04 + Marathon County benefits: https://www.marathoncounty.gov/about-us/careers/employee-benefits

Special Accommodations:

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

Notice to Applicants:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information.  If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law