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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 1 week ago

Environmental Engineering Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as an Environmental Engineering Trainee. This role offers a pathway to a rewarding career in environmental engineering, where the trainee will learn to conduct assignments related to the Safe Drinking Water Program and assist in various engineering tasks.

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Responsibilities

Participate in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program to learn the duties of an Environmental Engineering Specialist
Conduct assignments for the Safe Drinking Water (SDW) Program within the Northwest Regional Office
Learn how to review and analyze technical engineering information surrounding the activities of the Safe Drinking Water and Water Allocation Programs
Assist in conducting field inspection duties for new or modified public water supplies requiring a permit from the department
Assist in the review of construction permit applications, permit transfers, and engineering plans and specifications associated with public water supplies for conformance to engineering principles and regulations
Learn how to provide technical assistance and engineering consultation during field inspections
Provide technical input in resolving problems with water plant operations during emergencies
Acquire additional skills involving providing training to field sanitarians on technical subjects such as corrosion control, cross-connections, taste and odor control, water chemistry, facility design, and permitting
Learn how to serve as a witness during enforcement actions within the SDW Program
Assist communities and water industry representatives in securing loans or grants for water system improvements through various state and federal aid programs

Qualification

Environmental EngineeringEngineer-in-Training certificateField InspectionTechnical AssistanceWater ChemistryFacility DesignCorrosion ControlCross-connectionsTasteOdor Control

Required

A bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering
One year of experience in environmental engineering, and possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits
This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license
You must possess and maintain a REAL ID for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment
You must meet the PA residency requirement
You must be able to perform essential job functions

Company

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employs thousands of people across the state to deliver programs and services to the people of Pennsylvania.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$0.5M
Key Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2022-03-17Grant· $0.5M

Leadership Team

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John Tirpak
Chief Technology Officer - Employment Banking and Revenue Delivery Center (EBR DC)
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Nathan S.
Chief Technology Officer - Employment Banking and Revenue Delivery Center (EBR DC)
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