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Methane/Landfill Gas Generation System Technicians

Employment Prospects

Employers

Methane/landfill gas generation system technicians work for energy companies and municipal waste companies that operate landfills. They are hired to monitor and maintain the methane/landfill gas generation equipment and systems, ensuring efficient power generation that complies with regulations. Technicians have tasks and responsibilities that overlap with those of plant and system operators, all other. According to the Department of Labor, there are about 13,000 plant and system operators employed in the United States

Starting Out

Many technicians get their start while working as apprentices while in school. They may receive job offers upon graduation. They also get a foot in the door through entry-level positions. Ask your school's career services office for help with finding apprenticeship and entry-level job listings. Another way to find job listings is through professional associations, employment Web sites such as Indeed, SimplyHired, and Monster, as well as through your state's department of labor.

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