Oil and Gas Inspector

Overview

THE POSITION The Oil and Gas Industry is continuously changing, with the Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Oil and Gas at the forefront of this transformation. We are in search of a committed Oil and Gas Inspector to join our esteemed team, playing a pivotal role in our mission to protect Pennsylvania's environment. This position not only allows you to enhance your environmental career but also enables you to utilize your technical expertise to significantly impact the state's natural resources.

By applying to become part of our organization, you will help ensure that our operations adhere to environmental standards, thereby preserving the stunning landscapes of Pennsylvania for generations to come.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Oil and Gas Inspector is responsible for overseeing monitoring and compliance activities within a designated geographic area, ensuring adherence to several key regulations, including the Coal and Gas Resource Coordination Act, the Oil and Gas Act, the Oil and Gas Conservation Law, the Clean Streams Law, and relevant chapters of the Environmental Quality Board's Rules and Regulations.

You must follow departmental policies related to safety, including guidelines for protective gear and exposure control, while also assessing hazardous atmospheres that may arise from gas presence.

Field inspections are conducted throughout the various phases of oil and gas wells, including drilling, production, and plugging, to verify compliance with laws, check permit validity, and ensure proper drilling locations. Inspections may also involve investigating spills and gas releases, with necessary samples and data collected to confirm compliance. Documentation of findings is crucial, as inspection reports are filed, results entered into the eFacts system, and copies sent to operators, with follow-up actions taken as needed.

Additionally, you will evaluate proposed school sites for potential hazards related to active or abandoned oil and gas wells.

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Meadville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: S elected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $59,345 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of technical experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, or underground storage operations in the oil or natural gas industry; or
• An associate's degree in Petroleum Technology or closely related field, and one year of technical experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, or underground storage operations in the oil or natural gas industry.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions,…