Environmental Protection Technician

Environmental Protection Technician

Requisition : 44376

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

The Landfill Gas Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for the efficient operation of the landfill gas control system at the Vancouver Landfill in Delta. 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 the staff/public. Due care and attention are 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 out the Vancouver Landfill in Delta, BC.

• 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 GEM
  5000, 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 Landfill Gas Maintenance Technicians and landfill management staff, including identification of trends or anomalies and recommendations for follow on work.
• Liaises with contractors or other City forces 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 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.
• Backfills for GPS survey technician for minimal periods.
• Backfills for other landfill gas technicians during vacation or absence.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

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.

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…