Environmental Trainee — Remote Water Quality Inspector

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for an Environmental Trainee in the Department of Environmental Protection. The role emphasizes field inspections, data evaluation, and compliance activities to safeguard water quality across the Commonwealth.

It provides training to develop technical and field skills in environmental protection. Responsibilities include inspecting facilities for permit compliance, evaluating monitoring data, addressing public concerns, drafting inspection

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or related field.
• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Responsibilities

• Review treatment facilities and stormwater operations for compliance with permits and regulations
• Examine monitoring reports and field measurements to identify potential violations
• Investigate public concerns related to water pollution and document findings
• Draft clear inspection summaries and correspondence for supervisors and facility operators
• Collect water samples and assess results against applicable standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Four years of technical experience in environmental science or related field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for an Environmental Trainee in the Department of Environmental Protection. The role emphasizes field inspections, data evaluation, and compliance activities to safeguard water quality across the Commonwealth.

It provides training to develop technical and field skills in environmental protection. Responsibilities include inspecting facilities for permit compliance, evaluating monitoring data, addressing public concerns, drafting inspection