Water Quality Specialist Trainee (Environmental Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Crawford County, PA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Department of Environmental Protection as a Water Quality Specialist Trainee and begin a career that supports the protection of community health and natural resources. This role provides structured training that helps you build important skills while learning how storage tank systems are inspected and monitored. You will gain valuable experience in environmental investigations, data review, and compliance work. This position offers a strong foundation for future growth in environmental protection.

Requirements

• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or A bachelor’s degree 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.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.

Responsibilities

• Input and update information in electronic systems to meet quality standards
• Examine inspection reports and identify issues related to compliance
• Assist in inspecting storage tank sites to determine compliance with regulations
• Help investigate concerns about tank removals, installations, discharges, and releases
• Collect and transport water and soil samples for testing purposes
• Document violations and assist with case summaries and notices

Benefits

• Telework opportunity (up to 3 days per week, subject to change)
• Equal employment opportunity
• Commitment to a diverse workforce
• Inclusion as a value
• Employment preference for qualified veterans

What This Job Offers

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