Water Quality Field Trainee with Remote Options

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Shimer (PA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Trainee to support field inspections, data evaluation, and compliance activities that protect water quality across the Commonwealth.

This full-time position offers a 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM schedule, possible telework within Pennsylvania, and a starting salary of $46,827 with room to grow to $70,592 as you gain experience and complete qualification requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Active motor vehicle license is required.
• PA residency requirement applies; must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Veterans' preference exists under Pennsylvania law.

Responsibilities

• Inspection Support: Review treatment facilities and stormwater operations for compliance with permits and regulations.
• Data Evaluation: Examine monitoring reports and field measurements to identify potential violations.
• Complaint Response: Investigate public concerns related to water pollution and document findings.
• Report Preparation: Draft clear inspection summaries and correspondence for supervisors and facility operators.
• Field Sampling: Collect water samples and assess results against applicable standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Trainee to support field inspections, data evaluation, and compliance activities that protect water quality across the Commonwealth.

This full-time position offers a 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM schedule, possible telework within Pennsylvania, and a starting salary of $46,827 with room to grow to $70,592 as you gain experience and complete qualification requirements.