Environmental Projects Construction Inspector
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAbout the role
Posting number: CS-2026-54579-10020
Department: Department of Environmental Protection
Division: EP BAMR Wilkes-Barre Dstr Off
Job classification: Environmental Projects Construction Inspector
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Environmental Services
Summary
Would you like to play a direct role in restoring damaged land and protecting communities throughout Pennsylvania? The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is excited to welcome an enthusiastic and committed Environmental Projects Construction Inspector who wants to help guide essential reclamation work within the Commonwealth. This rewarding career path allows you to participate in the safe restoration of abandoned mine lands while building strong partnerships in the field. Your efforts will ensure that each project meets environmental standards and protects local communities. Apply today to step into a position where your attention to detail helps create healthier, safer landscapes!Examples of duties
This position focuses on inspecting reclamation construction activities and supporting environmental restoration projects throughout the Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation. As an Environmental Projects Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Inspection: Evaluate reclamation work such as backfilling, grading, seeding, drainage installation, and wetland construction for correct methods and materials
- Site Measurement: Use surveying tools to check elevations, record quantities, and verify placement of materials on assigned work sites
- Record Keeping: Maintain detailed daily records including work performed by contractors, equipment used, and quantities needed for payment
- Compliance Monitoring: Inspect erosion control devices, verify adherence to plans and permits, and initiate corrective actions when necessary
- Borehole Oversight: Monitor drilling operations, document subsurface conditions, and ensure proper sealing and restoration of work areas
- Contract Coordination: Review plans, discuss procedures with contractors, and confirm that all construction follows required specifications
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $46,827.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years of construction inspection experience on heavy construction projects such as dams, flood control projects, mine reclamation projects, treatment plants, hazardous waste projects, airports, highways or utility installations; or
- An Associate Degree in Building Construction Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, 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.
Special Requirement:
- This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
Other Requirements: