Air Quality Specialist Trainee (Environmental Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Montgomery County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Would you take pride in a career focused on helping to protect the air that Pennsylvanian's breathe every day? Join the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) as an Air Quality Specialist Trainee and play a key role in keeping the air clean and safe for all who enjoy our great state. This position offers hands-on field work, meaningful public service, and a chance to develop strong environmental skills. If you would like to learn how to support inspections, investigations, and data collection that make a real impact across the southeast region, we want you on our team! Within this role, you will participate in a 12-month training period in which you will learn the specialized duties of an Air Quality Specialist. This position focuses on inspecting facilities, investigating complaints, and collecting emission data to support clean air standards in an assigned region. Through your work, you will ensure compliance with environmental rules and help maintain accurate records for state and federal programs.

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of air pollution sources and control equipment to determine compliance with regulations
• Gather and input emission inventory information into required systems to maintain accurate records
• Assess reports, submissions, and operating conditions to determine whether facilities meet air quality requirements
• Investigate air pollution complaints by interviewing individuals, reviewing operations, and preparing technical reports
• Document violations, prepare memos, and assist in actions needed to resolve non-compliance issues
• Monitor source tests, collect material samples, and evaluate data to determine environmental conditions

What This Job Offers

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