What we are looking for

A Field Technician operates and manages gas migration control/recovery systems including gas well monitoring and adjustment, troubleshooting, and system repairs. We are looking for a Field Technician to service the Evansville, IN area.

How you can make an impact

You will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by:

• Operate and maintain gas collection system on a cost-effective basis to keep systems operating and in compliance with different prescribed operating parameters and goals, including:
  • Routine wellfield balancing and maintenance
  • Routine blower / flare operations
  • Condensate management system operations and maintenance
  • Surface emissions monitoring
• Field sampling of different test locations including wells, probes, headers, blowers, flares, pumps, etc.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain various analytical and monitoring equipment.
• Perform maintenance activities such as greasing blowers, cleaning tanks, fusing pipe, and repairing pumps just to name a few.
• Collect and evaluate/interpret scientific data; Communicate observations and technical data verbally and in writing with supervisor and clients.
• Perform work independently or as a team member in a professional, productive and safe manner, adopting the principles of SCS' safety culture.
• Understand and follow regulatory requirements related to the work.
• Record and maintain daily field logs reporting data collected, field observations, actions taken, and recommended actions to be taken.
• Work independently after training is completed
• Help with the fusion of pipe by operating fusion equipment under the supervision of a fusion technician. Clear area of debris and earth to settle equipment in preparation for fusing procedure.
• Extend wells, along with air and force main lines in the active filling area in order to allow trash to be placed around them.
• Operate dump trucks used to haul off waste from excavations and drilling of gas wells.
• Help with the setup of drilling equipment, clearing area of debris and earth to settle equipment in preparation for drilling procedure. Carry and pour sacks of sand or other materials to settle installation of piping in drilled gas well hole.
• Install metal stakes and other retaining materials to hold piping on hillsides/slopes.
• Enter excavations to fuse pipe, install gas system piping, and install leachate or condensate piping.
• Enter manholes, sumps, or other confined spaces to install new gas system or leachate/condensate system piping.
• Repair leachate and condensate lines by cutting piping and removing or draining leachate or condensate liquids.
• Operate power saws and drills to connect and cut piping and wellheads, and to cut slots into our gas system piping.
• Remove, clean and install LFG gas system liquid pumps.
• Replace or install sumps for gas system wellheads or leachate systems.

Qualifications

• No experience is required, however related experience is preferred. Related experience is mechanical, construction, environmental, or solid waste field experience.
• Mechanical or construction knowledge is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing is required
• Must meet physical requirements for driving (pick-up truck), walking inspection of improved and unimproved property, lifting and carrying equipment/mechanical components (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), hand excavation/digging (using shovels/picks), carrying and climbing ladders, operating and working from man lifts, operating electric tools (drills, saws, etc.), using hand tools (screw drivers, wrenches, hammers, etc.) and providing services under varying weather conditions.

To learn more about a career in SCS Field Services, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TkRwE2e8BY

Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy.

As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Company truck for certain Field Services positions

Pay range for this position is $24 to $28 depending on experience and location. This does not include potential bonuses or our Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.

If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com.