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

  • Sample Prep Tech
  • Sample Preparation Technician
  • Sample Tech
  • Sample Technician
  • Environmental Sampling Tech
  • Environmental Sampling Technician
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Field Sampling Tech
  • Field Sampling 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.

  • Calculate amount of pollutant in samples or compute air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes, using chemical and mathematical formulas.
  • Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
  • Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.
  • Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
  • Weigh, analyze, or measure collected sample particles, such as lead, coal dust, or rock, to determine concentration of pollutants.

  • Analyze geological samples.
  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.