Entry-Level Field Technician Jobs

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 Lansing, MI area.

How you can make an impact

You will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by:

• Routine blower / flare operations
• Routine wellfield balancing and maintenance
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain various analytical and monitoring equipment.
• Field sampling of different test locations including wells, probes, headers, blowers, flares, pumps, etc.
• Assigned a work truck that includes fuel and maintenance
• Condensate management system operations and maintenance
• 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
• Understand and follow regulatory requirements related to the work.
• Perform work independently or as a team member in a professional, productive and safe manner, adopting the principles of SCS' safety culture.
• Perform maintenance activities such as greasing blowers, cleaning tanks, fusing pipe, and repairing pumps just to name a few.
• Surface emissions monitoring
• 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
• Collect and evaluate/interpret scientific data; Communicate observations and technical data verbally and in writing with supervisor and clients.

Qualifications

• No experience is required, however related experience is preferred. Related experience is mechanical, construction, environmental, or solid waste field experience.
• 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.
• Mechanical or construction knowledge is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing is required

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:

• Per diem for travel for eligible work
• Paid training and all necessary tools and equipment provided
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• Company truck and cell phone for certain Field Services positions
• Safety footwear reimbursement program
• 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match

Pay range for this position is $19/hr to $25/hr depending on experience and location. This does not include 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.

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