LFG Drilling Assistant

Tetra Tech
Uniontown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2021 CLOSED ON 2/14/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the LFG Drilling Assistant position at Tetra Tech?

LFG Drilling Assistant

Summary:

Our Landfill Gas Drilling division offers a unique work environment that specializes in a wide variety of projects where we are drilling for natural gas on landfills, installing new wells to collect the gas, fusing and welding HDPE pipe, assemble PVC/CPVC casing. Your role will be to support the project needs, and assisting other team members to conduct:

· Assist Driller and completion man on construction of new gas well to design specifications.

· Other new activities or change in work, following instructions in a timely and efficient manner.

· Assist site supervisors in procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies for projects.

Responsibilities:

· Understand environmental, health & safety regulations & perform work in compliant manner.

· Travel for extended periods (80% of year away from home), if necessary –up to 3-6 weeks at a time. Living in hotels & traveling between states.

· Ability to do heavy, manual work.

· Ability to walk long distances up and down slopes 1:1, 2:1 and 3:1 slopes.

· Ability to help maneuver, cut, fuse and fit pipe.

· Work in extreme (hot and cold) weather conditions safely including on very odorous project sites.

· Clean up work areas, clean and fuel vehicles and equipment as necessary.

· Operate general site vehicles and equipment, such as pickup trucks, and smaller equipment.

· Ability to drive a company vehicle for extended periods of time.

· Available to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.

· Ability to communicate with inspector during well completion process and peers using professional diction.

· Exceptional quality and accurate work regardless of the task assigned.

· Assist site supervisors with the materials and equipment needs and helping to collect supplies for projects.

· Be able to multi-task, plan ahead.

· Basic math, reading and writing skills.

· Can work independently without continuous supervision.

· Perform system construction activities in a safe and proper manner.

· Perform maintenance on system components to ensure or restore proper operation and compliance.

· Complete USEPA HAZWOPR, 40-hour, environmental health and safety classes, on-site training materials and annual 8-hour refresher classes.

Requirements:

· 1 year of experience in decentralized business in construction, outdoor labor, mining and farming industries.

· Ability to work around (not operate) heavy construction equipment (excavators, dozers, road trucks, etc), survey equipment, pipe fusion equipment & techniques, compacting and materials handling equipment.

· Experience on landfill or refuse collection a plus.

· High School Diploma and GED preferred.

· Successfully complete drug screen (required) and baseline physical exam as needed.

· A team player with the ability and willingness to pitch in as needed in areas outside core responsibilities and expertise.

· Lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a non-consistent basis.

· Working around heavy equipment and with pipe fusion equipment.

· Ability to communicate with colleagues, site supervisor and client’s site manager including all safety personnel.

· Ability to frequently lift or carry containers, poly pipe, carry loose materials to truck; which may result in twisting, pulling, pushing and bending, depending on the material and collection vehicle type.

· Ability to climb, bend or stand for an extended period of time. Work on 1:1, 2:1, 3:1 slopes.

· Ability to carry out day-to-day activities on a landfill.

Due to the nature of the position being offered, this offer is contingent upon successful completion of the following:

· A background investigation. Please note that this investigation requires your consent and cooperation.

· You will be required to drive on a regular basis for Company business you must maintain a safe driving record as defined by Tetra Tech’s Vehicle Safety program. This offer of employment is contingent upon successful evaluation of a motor vehicle (MVR) check.

· You will be required to successfully pass a uranalysis drug screen. Tetra Tech Solid Waste East is a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol business as such you will be subject to quarterly random drug screens where allowable by law.

· This offer is also contingent on valid proof of completed OSHA 10 Hour Construction certificate as defined by Tetra Tech

· The job offered to you and its associated essential elements of work; you will be required to pass a comprehensive Medical Examination.

o If you have received any health and safety training relevant to this regulation previously, please provide copies of certificates documenting such training.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits.

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at www.tetratech.com/careers.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability - No calls or agencies.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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