OGI Emissions Monitoring & Repair Technician in Pittsburgh

Job Title

Emissions Monitoring & Repair Technician

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you're not just forging a career, you're joining a movement.

A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

The Emissions Monitoring & Repair Technician performs leak detection, gas quantification, and minor mechanical repairs at customer facilities. Using Optical Gas Imaging (OGI), gas analyzers, and flow measurement equipment, the technician identifies fugitive emissions, measures leak rates, performs approved repairs, and verifies repair effectiveness. The role supports environmental compliance, product recovery, safety, and operational reliability across multiple industries. The compensation range for this role is $50-60k/yr.

Commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Perform OGI surveys to identify fugitive gas emissions.
• Quantify emissions using approved measurement technologies.
• Detect and quantify methane, CO₂, VOCs, refrigerants, and other industrial gases, depending on customer requirements.
• Diagnose emission sources and determine appropriate repair actions.
• Perform approved field repairs on valves, flanges, fittings, regulators, tubing, and other mechanical components.
• Verify repair effectiveness through follow-up inspections and quantification.
• Document findings, repairs, and recommendations in customer reporting systems.
• Follow all customer safety procedures, work permits, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Travel to industrial facilities throughout North America.

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here:

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference given to candidates with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience)
• Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office are essential) and proficiency with Android OS
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts (days only)
• Valid driver's license
• Preference will be given to candidates with an associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology or applicable technical degree/diploma; related work experience in hydrocarbon detection and measurement, LDAR, instrumentation or stack emission testing or a mechanical background are also preferred, but not required

Ability to walk and/or stand while handling/carrying various technical equipment for extended periods of time

Comfortable occasionally working at heights in a safe manner

Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted

Comfortable working outside in all-weather elements

Ability to climb ladders and stairs

Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Willingness to travel

#INDONT Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients' resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress.

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