Lead Environmental Technician

WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,100 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer, and disposal assets. These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper, and metals from the waste stream.

Our WIN Waste Innovations facility is currently seeking an Lead Environmental Technician. This person will be responsible for the safety and production of the Hydrogen Sulfide Treatment Plant, Gas Collection and Control System (GCCS), and Leachate Collection System (LCS) systems as required by Local, County, State and Federal regulations. The successful candidate will coordinate and supervise daily operations and oversee the maintenance of all treatment systems and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Environmental Technicians
• Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the safe, efficient, and secure operation of the chemical treatment plant, and associated systems
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the plant, GCCS, LCS and ensure that all processes are running efficiently and meeting safety and regulatory requirements
• Ensure the safe handling of hazardous chemicals and materials, and train workers in safety techniques
• Monitor equipment and machinery for proper functioning and frequent maintenance and repair as necessary
• Troubleshoot any operational issues
• Training technicians on proper operating procedures
• Monitoring emission and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Conduct safety training and daily huddles

Requirements/Preferences:

• An Associate Degree (or higher) in a field related to environmental sciences, engineering, or chemistry
• A minimum of five years of experience in operation and maintenance of a chemical treatment plant
• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
• Experience in mechanical and electrical diagnostics
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills
• Has experience using field testing equipment, meters and various sampling equipment
• Has experience in the use of hand, power and pneumatic tools
• Experience in reading and interpreting operating manuals, schematics, and drawing
• PLC, SCADA, and other controls experience
• Has experience working on blowers and electric motors, pneumatic and electric pumps
• Safety oriented

Physical Demands include but is not limited to:

• Handle tools, equipment, fine motor skills
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations
• Lift moderate to heavy material 50 lbs. Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, wet and muddy areas, and uneven surfaces.
• Operate other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment
• Ability to quickly and effectively respond to unusual conditions or situations
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Perform additional duties as assigned

At WIN Waste Innovations each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.