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# Sanitarian

- **Company:** Commonwealth of PA
- **Location:** Ebensburg, PA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $53,008.0 - $80,646.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Systems, Generative AI
- **Published:** September 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bed9502b9e54a2c8

## About the Role

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

 * Successful completion of the training program for the Sanitarian Trainee; or
 * Any combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges and abilities.

Special Requirement:

 * You must be in possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Other Requirements:

 * You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
 * You must be able to perform essential job functions.

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.
You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

## Description

Become a Sanitarian with the Department of Environmental Protection and help safeguard vital water resources! This position gives you the opportunity to support clean and reliable public water supplies. You will work with dedicated professionals who value accuracy and service. Your efforts will contribute to healthier communities statewide., This position supports the regulation of public drinking water systems to uphold safety and compliance across assigned areas. The role focuses on inspections, reporting, and guidance for water suppliers. As a Sanitarian, you will perform the following duties:

 * Survey Inspections: Conduct sanitary surveys and follow-up inspections of public water systems and review findings with suppliers
 * Compliance Review: Identify violations, prepare notices, and issue field orders to address urgent public health concerns
 * Emergency Response: Respond to water system emergencies including contamination events, floods, and treatment failures
 * Technical Guidance: Provide direction to water system owners and operators in understanding and applying regulations
 * Record Management: Input inspection results and maintain organized records across multiple data systems
 * Sample Collection: Collect water samples for laboratory and field analysis during inspections and investigations

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.
 * Travel required for site visits
 * Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will have to report in office 1 day per month. 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 Ebensburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
 * Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
 * You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices., * If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
 * Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
 * Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
 * All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.