Oil and Gas Inspector

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Oil and Gas Inspector

Salary

$59,345.00 - $90,211.00 Annually

Location

Crawford County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-40434-71810

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP DOG NWDO

Opening Date

01/23/2026

Closing Date

2/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

71810

Position Number

00077763

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

G1

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

00358230

Bureau / Division

Oil and Gas Operations Northwest District

Worksite Address

230 Chestnut Street

City

Meadville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16335

Contact Name

Rob Konowitch

Contact Email

RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov

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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 employmentWork 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: Selected candidate