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Join the City Operations Waste Services team as an Environmental Engineering Technologist! This position within the Sustainable Waste Processing section offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise. You will focus on environmental operations monitoring and data collection within waste management working a majority of the time outdoors. If youre passionate about these areas we encourage you to apply.
What Will You Do
- Assist with the operation of the Landfill Gas management system which includes balancing the well field managing condensate and coordinating with maintenance contractors and consultants
- Assist with the operation of the Groundwater Diversion System and the Leachate Collection and conveyance System
- Conduct monitoring activities at all Edmonton Waste Management Centre (EWMC) and other Waste Services sites (eco-stations closed landfills) for groundwater wells leachate wells and perimeter gas probes
- Taking weekly groundwater measurements downloading levelogger data and collecting gas composition readings as well as regular sampling (monthly groundwater quarterly leachate and waste sampling)
- Accurately enter data collected from inspections and monitoring into respective spreadsheets
- Participate in ENVISO and safety inspections / audits clean and maintain lab and sampling equipment and pick up necessary supplies and equipment
- Independently troubleshoot routine operational and monitoring issues (e.g. pump problems)
- Completion of a 2 year diploma in a civil or chemical engineering technologist program
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in the Waste Management field preferably in the operation of landfills
- Must be eligible to be recognized as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with ASET
Skills Required for Success :
Knowledge of technical and engineering principles and practices related to landfill management and the waste industryAbility to operate and monitor environmental systems effectivelyProficiency in the use of a GEM 5000 landfill gas analyzer and water level tapeKnowledge of environmental systems (Leachate and Landfill Gas collection systems Groundwater Diversion System monitoring wells stormwater ponds) and standard operating procedures and related legislationStrong organizational skills for accurate data collection and entryEffective verbal and written communication skills for sharing data with internal collaborators and external consultantsStrong independent problem-solving skills for resolving routine operational issuesAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusionConditions of Employment :
Compliance with the City of Edmontons safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this positionValid Alberta Class 5 drivers licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Drivers permit is a requirement of this positionApplicants may be testedWork Environment :
This position involves a mix of indoor and outdoor activities exposing you to various environmental and physical conditionsComfort with heights and ladder work is mandatory for stack sampling dutiesThe weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton / Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advanceThe City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 Permanent Full-time position
Hours of Work : 33.75 Hours weekly some standby work may be required
Salary Range : $40.230 - $50.568 (Hourly); $70875.200 - $89088.170 (Annually)
Recruitment Consultant : SL / SB
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation
Key Skills
Advertisement,Fireworks,Maintenance,Contract Management,Import & Export,Android Development
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Hourly Salary Salary : 40 - 50