Environmental Trainee - Mining

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cambria County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Environmental Protection is hiring an Environmental Trainee to help evaluate, monitor, and reduce environmental impacts caused by abandoned mine drainage. Through a structured training program, the trainee will develop the knowledge and skills needed to assist with stream restoration and reclamation projects. The role combines fieldwork, environmental monitoring, project development, and data management, contributing to improved water quality and environmental health.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available, up to three days per week, from an approved location in Pennsylvania with a securely configured high-speed internet connection. Telework availability may change; employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Ebensburg.

Requirements

• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or a qualifying bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants may meet the educational requirement if they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Possess an active driver's license.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and sample streams, mine discharges, groundwater, and treatment systems to assess environmental conditions.
• Collect water and mine-related samples and measure water quality, water levels, and flow data in the field.
• Assist with developing reclamation plans and preparing information for project design and funding packages.
• Compile, verify, enter, and maintain environmental and project information in department data systems.
• Support biological monitoring activities, including collecting aquatic organisms and recording other field observations.
• Maintain, calibrate, and care for monitoring equipment used during field investigations.

What This Job Offers

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