Remote Oil & Gas Inspector—Protect Communities

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Old Stanton (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Oil and Gas Inspector to monitor safety, compliance, and environmental protection across an assigned area. The role involves field inspections, complaint response, enforcement actions, and data review.

The position offers a standard 8:00 AM–4:00 PM workday, potential full-time telework from approved PA locations, and a starting salary of $60,538 per year. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Three years of technical oil/gas industry experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, or underground storage operations.
• An associate's degree in Petroleum Technology or closely related field, and one year of technical experience in oil or natural gas operations.

Responsibilities

• Field inspections: Conduct routine inspections of oil and gas wells and related facilities to confirm compliance with laws and regulations
• Complaint response: Investigate citizen complaints related to environmental or safety concerns and document findings through established reporting methods
• Enforcement actions: Initiate and support enforcement measures by issuing notices, preparing case materials, and assisting in legal proceedings
• Technical review: Evaluate well records, reports, and logs to provide recommendations and ensure accurate interpretation of technical information
• Sampling and monitoring: Collect samples, operate gas detection instruments, and document data to support investigations and safety assessments
• Record management: Maintain accurate electronic records, case files, photographs, and other documentation to support compliance and enforcement work

Skills

Oil & gas industry experience

Education

Associate's degree in Petroleum Technology or related field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Oil and Gas Inspector to monitor safety, compliance, and environmental protection across an assigned area. The role involves field inspections, complaint response, enforcement actions, and data review.

The position offers a standard 8:00 AM–4:00 PM workday, potential full-time telework from approved PA locations, and a starting salary of $60,538 per year. A valid driver's license is required.