How do they match: Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians

  • Water Pollution Control Technician

  • Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.

  • Assess the ability of environments to naturally remove or reduce conventional or emerging contaminants from air, water, or soil.
  • Collect and analyze pollution samples, such as air or ground water.
  • Decontaminate or test field equipment used to clean or test pollutants from soil, air, or water.
  • Evaluate and select technologies to clean up polluted sites, restore polluted air, water, or soil, or rehabilitate degraded ecosystems.
  • Model biological, chemical, or physical treatment processes to remove or degrade pollutants.
  • Perform statistical analysis and correction of air or water pollution data submitted by industry or other agencies.
  • Provide technical engineering support in the planning of projects, such as wastewater treatment plants, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and policies.

  • Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products.
  • Document design or operational test results.
  • Maintain operational records or records systems.
  • Prepare technical or operational reports.
  • Schedule operational activities.