Gas Operations Manager Trainee
Company: WM
Location: Salem
Posted on: March 14, 2023
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Job Description:
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading
provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North
America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating
excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves
nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial
and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of
collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling
facilities and waste-based energy production projects.
I. Job Summary
The Gas Operations Manager Trainee will complete a comprehensive
Individual Development Plan(IDP) that will provide the skills to
successfully manage: landfill gas collection and control system
(GCCS) operations, capital budget planning and dispersal,
regulatory compliance, and will provide oversight of and support to
Area landfill gas field Technicians and Gas Operations
Supervisor(s). Proven engineering knowledge and aptitude for GCCS
design, construction and system operations is required, along with
an understanding of state and federal regulations, which impact
GCCS design and operations. This position will learn to implement
company-wide training programs, directives, policies and procedures
related to GCCS design, construction, operations, and
maintenance.
II. Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform in a fluid learning environment to develop the skills that
are essential to the LFG Operations Program. The Individual
Development Plan (IDP) will be designed to train the Gas Operations
Management Trainee (GOMT) to be proficient in the major
responsibilities of a Gas Operations Manager, and other minor
duties may be assigned beyond what is listed below:
Plan, organize and manage capital projects for the GCCS design,
construction, and operations within a defined geographic area of
coverage.
Work toward predetermined goals and objectives such as;
implementing standards relating to environmental protection
regarding the control and management of landfill gas.
Participate in the planning and engineering design strategy and
approval of the operating and capital budget for GCCS as well as
procurement and distribution of landfill gas (LFG) conveyance
equipment and materials.
Direct and manage internal and external (consultant or contractor)
company resources. Manage asset development within the defined
geographic area of coverage including: GCCS
installation/modifications, compliance monitoring testing and
reporting, program development, change, LFG program optimization,
and site and personnel reviews.
Organize and execute routine communications with Area and Corporate
management regarding both significant development projects as well
as to ensure compliance and consistency with company-wide GCCS and
air quality programs.
Learn to communicate with local, state, or national internal and
external stakeholders to discuss program or project objectives that
meet WM objectives of optimizing GCCS operations, ensuring
environmental protection or performance, and reducing compliance
costs to the field.
Support: Air Program, Legal, Environmental Protection (EP) Managers
in responding to and resolving any regulatory issues pertaining to
LFG/GCCS operations.
Develop interpersonal skills, including ability to assure
acceptance of company-wide standards, leadership, motivational, and
social skills.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory duties, however, the Individual
Development Plan (IDP) will include training in the management and
oversight of employees. This training will include:
IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the
qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
Education: Bachelor-s Degree (accredited), or in lieu of, HS
Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant
experience.
Experience: Five (5) years of relevant work experience in area of
engineering and/or construction specializing in GCCS design,
construction, and/or operations, or the waste industry (in addition
to education requirement).
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Proven technical project management skill.
Motivated toward career growth and learning.
Exceptional communication and reporting skills, with the ability to
work in a high-pressure, deadline driven environment
Immediate knowledge and aptitude for GCCS design, construction, and
system operation.
Complete understanding of state and federal regulations which
impact GCCS design and operations
Ability to optimize the performance of GCCS
Thorough familiarity with the operation of landfill gas collection
and combustion devices and the ability to troubleshoot this
equipment remotely
Advanced computer skills (i.e. email, web browser, Microsoft -
Excel and Word)
Excellent mechanical and technical skills/aptitude
Proficiency in routine blower / flare operations, condensate
management system maintenance, environmental regulations affecting
the operation and compliance of landfill gas management systems,
and advanced problem solving and troubleshooting skills for
landfill gas collection and control systems.
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipe fusion certification,
preferred
Relevant industry or state certifications (e.g., SWANA, NWRA, etc.)
preferred
Basic Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), instrumentation and
basic electrical knowledge/skills preferred
V. Work Environment and Essential Functions
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and
work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of the job.
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as
keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day;
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30
pounds rarely;
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as
cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely;
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt,
odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements
occasionally;
Normal setting for this job is: office setting and
landfill/outdoor.
Required to walk over steep and rough terrain for considerable
distances: occasionally.
Travel: 30-50%
Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive
total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase
Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that
benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for,
please click "Apply.-
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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