What's the Role and What You'll Do
We’re looking for a highly motivated, reliable and skilled individual to join the Public Works Department for the position of Postclosure Environmental Systems Technician / Senior Postclosure Environmental Systems Technician. Working at the City’s closed landfill at Shoreline Park, you’ll be part of the team responsible for monitoring, maintaining and operating landfill environmental control systems to prevent landfill gas leaks, protect groundwater, and comply with related environmental protection regulations. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, performing a variety of preventive maintenance and repairs and providing exceptional customer service. The detailed job description is available on the City’s website here.

What You'll Do:

Operate and maintain the landfill gas extraction system (wells, pumps, gas collection pipelines, leachate/condensate collection system, and compressed air distribution systems).
Monitor and record information from landfill gas wells, methane migration probes and leachate wells.
Operate, monitor, and maintain flare station and compressor stations, and make necessary equipment repairs and manual and/or electronic adjustments.
Conduct monthly landfill surface inspection for gas emissions and safety issues.
Operate heavy equipment needed for landfill cap repairs and specialized hand tools needed for landfill gas, leachate/condensate and air line systems repairs.
Perform related duties as assigned.

The Essentials
Postclosure Environmental Systems Technician:

Two years experience in the maintenance and operation of gas collection/ distribution, wastewater collection, or water distribution systems.
Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License.

Senior Postclosure Environmental Systems Technician (in addition to requirements for Postclosure Environmental Systems Technician):

Two years experience performing duties equivalent to those of a Mountain View Postclosure Environmental Systems Technician.
Possession of a Class B California Driver License.
Possession of a Competent Person certification and a HAZWOPER certificate.

Are We a Match?

You have experience in construction or maintenance, working with a variety of tools and machinery.
You are flexible in your work style and can manage interruptions and changing priorities throughout your day.
You have a “can do” attitude and the desire to tackle and learn various equipment maintenance techniques.
You can communicate effectively with your co-workers and members of the community.
You are available to work a shift that begins at 6:00 a.m.

Apply Now
Submit your application and resume online at governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309. Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened continuously with a first application review date of January 19, 2026. This recruitment may close at any time.

Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to the following process:

Oral Board Interview Panel (weighted 100%) via video conference (Zoom) to be conducted the week of January 26.
In-person Department Interview – Select candidates who pass the oral board interview may be invited to meet with staff from the Public Works Department for a more in-depth discussion regarding the position and their qualifications.

Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.

Fine Print. The selection process includes submitting a 10-year DMV driving history (dated within 90 days). May be required to work varying shifts and days, which may include weekends. Must have the physical ability to bend, pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Pre-employment physical and periodic respiratory exams may be required. For candidates with a commercial license, the Postclosure Environmental Systems Tech/Senior Postclosure Environmental Systems Tech position is covered by the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Therefore, before final selection, those qualifying candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment/pre-duty drug test. Candidates will not be assigned to a safety-sensitive position if they do not pass the test. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of the application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

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