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Entry Level Field Technician
Locations: McKeesport, PA
Schedule: Full-time | Day shift
About the Role
We are hiring Entry Level Field 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
This is a Permanent position based out of McKeesport, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $85000.00/yr.
We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in McKeesport,PA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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.
Salary : $50,000 - $85,000