About the position NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today. This position is part of the growing RNG Team within NextEra Energy's Power Generation Division. The Wellfield Technician II is an experienced position in landfill GCCS design, operations, and management. Relevant experience includes previous U.S. landfills subject to Federal NSPS requirements. The Wellfield Technician II must demonstrate a strong aptitude in mechanical work, understand relevant regulatory requirements, will be trained in reading and implementing GCCS plans, equipment operating and maintenance manuals, and schematics. Responsibilities • Perform operations and maintenance of the landfill gas collection system including taking gas reads, tuning, inspecting, and repairing LFG wellheads and piping. , • Proactively work with landfill partners to operate and maintain the GCCS work and optimize performance and increase efficiency. , • Possess proficiency with MS Office Suite products, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel. , • Strictly follow and enforce Company safety policies and administer Company policies and procedures. , • Regulate and monitor wellhead and header pressure or vacuum. , • Regulate wellhead and header gas temperature. , • Maintain wellfield records and input data to GCCS monitoring and management software. , • Collect and manage data entry from wellfield extraction and environmental monitoring locations. , • Assist with coordinating contractor activities. , • Follow job-related health and safety requirements and procedures. , • Be available for on-call response to GCCS related malfunction events. Requirements • High School Grad / GED , • Experience: 1.5+ years , • Valid Driver's License (NON CDL) Nice-to-haves • Associate's Degree or Equivalent Experience Benefits undefined
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