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

  • Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

  • Public Health Sanitarian
  • Public Health Sanitarian Tech
  • Public Health Sanitarian Technician
  • Energy and Conservation Tech
  • Energy and Conservation Technician
  • Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Environmental Health Specialist
  • Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility Technician

  • 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.

  • Direct activities of workers in laboratory.
  • Initiate procedures to close down or fine establishments violating environmental or health regulations.
  • Inspect sanitary conditions at public facilities.
  • Inspect workplaces to ensure the absence of health and safety hazards, such as high noise levels, radiation, or potential lighting hazards.
  • Make recommendations to control or eliminate unsafe conditions at workplaces or public facilities.
  • 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.

  • Advise others on matters of public policy.