Air Quality Specialist Trainee (Environmental Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Air Quality Specialist Trainee (Environmental Trainee) position with the Department of Environmental Protection offers a great opportunity to begin a career focused on protecting air quality. This role provides hands-on experience, structured training, and support from experienced staff. You will gain skills needed to perform inspections, data review, and environmental compliance work. Join a team that is dedicated to improving the environment and serving local communities.

Requirements

• A 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
• 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.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license
• Meet the PA residency requirement

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site reviews of facilities to observe operations and document compliance
• Help investigate air quality complaints and prepare written summaries of findings
• Update information in tracking systems and review emission data for accuracy
• Support sampling efforts by collecting materials and observing stack testing activities
• Help evaluate notifications and support inspections of demolition and asbestos projects
• Participate in training, meetings, and field activities to develop knowledge of air quality regulations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level