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Entry Level Environmental Technician

Locations: McKeesport, PA

Schedule: Full-time | Day shift

About the Role

We are hiring Entry Level Environmental Technicians to support a critical infrastructure initiative focused on identifying residential water service lines. This role determines whether homes contain lead piping as part of a statewide water safety effort.

What You'll Do

• Conduct door-to-door canvassing in assigned neighborhoods
• Engage homeowners to gain access for inspection of water service lines
• Identify and document whether pipes are lead or non-lead
• Work in teams for safety and collaboration

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Morning team huddle with 4–7 team members
• Assigned territory for the day by your team lead
• Fieldwork throughout the day engaging residents
• Late afternoon recap and reporting

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Reliable vehicle (mileage reimbursed at ~$0.72/mile)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident, proactive personality — able to comfortably approach residents
• Ability to work outdoors and walk/stand for extended periods

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience in construction, utilities, or environmental work

Why This Role Matters

• This project directly supports public health by helping communities identify potential lead exposure in drinking water systems. Your work will play a key role in improving infrastructure safety across Pennsylvania

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McKeesport, PA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in McKeesport, PA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.