Sanitarian Trainee — Water Safety & Field Inspections (Remote Possible)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Williamsport (Lycoming County); Remote; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Sanitarian Trainee in Williamsport to support safe drinking water and public health programs. This role offers hands-on learning while contributing to essential public health activities.

You will perform water system reviews, data entry, field sampling, and provide technical guidance to facility owners and community members, with travel to sites and potential telework based on department needs.

Qualifications

• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• A bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Water System Reviews: Review public water systems and assess needs for improvements or studies
• Data Management: Enter and update water system data in agency data systems
• Field Sampling: Collect water samples using proper safety procedures
• Technical Guidance: Provide information and support to facility owners and community members
• Training Support: Help prepare materials and assist with training activities related to water safety
• Program Compliance: Assist with monitoring compliance with state regulations and program plans

Skills

Technical experience in environmental/

Active motor vehicle license

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science/engineering/health/geology/biology/ecology

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Sanitarian Trainee in Williamsport to support safe drinking water and public health programs. This role offers hands-on learning while contributing to essential public health activities.

You will perform water system reviews, data entry, field sampling, and provide technical guidance to facility owners and community members, with travel to sites and potential telework based on department needs.