How do they match: Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

  • Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

  • Environmental Science Tech
  • Environmental Science Technician
  • Environmental Scientist

  • Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.

  • Calculate amount of pollutant in samples or compute air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes, using chemical and mathematical formulas.
  • Maintain files, such as hazardous waste databases, chemical usage data, personnel exposure information, or diagrams showing equipment locations.
  • Provide information or technical or program assistance to government representatives, employers, or the general public on the issues of public health, environmental protection, or workplace safety.

  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
  • Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
  • Confer with clients to exchange information.
  • Develop environmental research methods.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Record research or operational data.
  • Supervise scientific or technical personnel.