Landfill Gas Technician

Safely operate, monitor, and perform maintenance on Landfill Gas Collection and Gas Treatment equipment to ensure its ability to operate safely & efficiently.

Job Description

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

Overview:

GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $21.00 / hour

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• Status: Full-time, Regular (with some required night/weekend on-call rotation for emergencies)

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays.

• Healthcare: 4 medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution & match), plus dental and vision coverage.

• Retirement: 401(k) with an employer match program.

• Support: Employee Assistance Program featuring free counseling services.

About the Role

If you have a solid background in labor, mechanical work, or industrial maintenance and prefer a reliable schedule where you can work with your hands, this is the right fit.

As a Landfill Gas Technician at our Sampson County Landfill in Roseboro, NC, you will be responsible for keeping our Gas Collection and Treatment systems running safely and efficiently. This is a rugged, active outdoor and industrial role requiring strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and a solid work ethic.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Operations: Monitor, adjust, and repair the gas collection piping field to keep concentration levels right where they need to be.

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and fixes on gas conditioning equipment and power generation systems (including generator switchgear).

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical or operational issues and team up with the Gas Plant Supervisor or vendors to get things running smoothly again.

• Daily Logging: Keep simple, accurate daily logs of plant conditions, start-up/shut-down times, and equipment calibration.

• Safety First: Maintain a clean, safe work area and strictly follow all safety regulations to ensure you and your crew go home safe every day.

Job Requirements

• Experience: Previous hands-on experience in a mechanical, electrical, or industrial labor field is strongly desired.

• Skills: Strong ability to repair and maintain tools, machinery, and heavy equipment. Must be able to read and use mechanical/parts manuals.

• Independence: Ability to follow detailed technical directions and work productively without someone constantly watching over your shoulder.

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Availability: Must be willing to participate in a night and weekend on-call schedule for system emergencies.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Heavy Lifting: This is a highly physical labor role. You must be able to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.

• Stamina: Constant standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, and bending in an active industrial environment.

• The Elements: You will work outdoors and in plant environments, meaning regular exposure to hot and cold weather, loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and airborne particles. We provide all necessary PPE to keep you safe.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.