Environmental Technician - CL-1

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Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Monitor and maintain landfill gas and leachate systems, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance
4 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Bridgeton, MO
Field
Company Size
42,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Non‑hazardous solid waste collection
Waste transfer
Waste disposal
Recycling services
Energy services
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Manufacturing
Retail
Special Waste
Hazardous Waste
Recycling
Role
What you would be doing
gas monitoring
data reporting
leachate management
environmental sampling
landfill survey
gas troubleshooting
  • Measures and records gas levels in landfill well fields and at probes in the landfill boundary to ensure the ongoing compliance with applicable safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.
  • Prepares and submits required reporting data relative to landfill gas extraction, leachate and other related systems.
  • Manages and troubleshoots leachate system to ensure it continues to operate in accordance with safety standards, federal and state regulations.
  • Conducts, or assists with, environmental sampling that may include ground water, surface water, air quality and gas migration.
  • Performs landfill surveying activities as required.
  • Performs all responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring adherence to all safety regulations that govern job performance; ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements.
  • Troubleshoots and corrects landfill gas extraction systems when necessary; report more complicated issues to management to ensure timely correction.
What you bring
follow-through
time management
high school
safety standards
osha experience
communication
  • Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working at a site regulated by OSHA.
  • Good communication skills; is able to effectively communicate operating issues to management.
Benefits
  • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
  • Employee discount programs.
  • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
  • Great Place to Work
  • Retirement plan with a generous company match.
  • Short- and long-term disability.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1981
Year Founded
Established as a regional waste hauler.
$16 Billion
2024 Revenue
Annual revenue achieved in 2024.
$2+ Billion
2024 Net Income
Net income for the year 2024.
  • It operates collection, transfer, recycling centers, landfills and energy‑from‑waste facilities across the U.S.
  • Typical projects include curbside residential pickup, commercial/industrial waste hauling, recycling operations and landfill gas‑to‑energy plants.
  • Specialisms span residential and commercial collection, industrial waste services, recycling processing, hazardous waste treatment, and renewable energy generation.
Culture + Values
  • Safe – We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
  • Committed to Serve – We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
  • Environmentally Responsible – We take action to improve our environment.
  • Driven – We deliver results in the right way.
  • Human-centered – We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
Environment + Sustainability
35% emissions reduction
Net-zero greenhouse gas target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
15% emissions reduction
Early achievement of interim target
Reduced operational greenhouse gas emissions by 15% as of 2023, meeting the 2025 interim target two years early.
40% material recovery increase
Resource recovery goal
Aims to increase the recovery of key materials by 40% by 2030, supporting circularity and resource efficiency.
50% biogas reuse increase
Biogas beneficial reuse target
Committed to increasing biogas sent to beneficial reuse by 50% by 2030, enhancing renewable energy generation.
  • Open five new renewable natural gas plants; renewable-energy portfolio includes 86 projects
  • Deploy collision-avoidance cameras on collection trucks (2,200+ units)
  • Pace electrification: goal for 50% of new refuse vehicle purchases to be EVs by 2028
  • Initiatives include landfill-gas-to-energy, polymer center for plastics circularity, recycling and organics programs
  • Employee engagement goal: maintain ≥ 88% by 2030 (supports sustainability culture)
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Ethnically Diverse Workforce
Diverse Workforce Representation
Half of the company's workforce is composed of ethnically diverse individuals, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity.
38% Leadership Roles by Women
Women in Top Leadership
38% of top leadership positions within the company are held by women, showcasing progress toward gender equality.
$75.8M with Diverse Suppliers
Diverse Supplier Spending
The company spent $75.8 million with certified diverse suppliers in 2022, aiming for $150 million by 2025.
82% Employee Satisfaction
Employee Satisfaction Rating
82% of employees rated the company as a great place to work in a 2024 survey, reflecting a supportive workplace culture.
  • Established MOSAIC Council in 2013 to drive inclusion efforts, including recruiting partnerships, training, leadership development, and business resource group support.
  • Removed college-degree requirements for many roles to broaden access and inclusivity.
  • Aims to achieve 50% diversity in leadership roles by 2030.
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