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

  • Air Quality Tech
  • Air Quality Technician
  • Smoke Tester
  • Water Quality Analyst
  • Water Quality Specialist
  • Water Quality Tech
  • Water Quality 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.

  • Calibrate microscopes or test instruments.
  • Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
  • Conduct standardized tests to ensure materials or supplies used throughout power supply systems meet processing and safety specifications.
  • Develop testing procedures.
  • Discuss test results and analyses with customers.
  • Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
  • Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.

  • Test quality of materials or finished products.
  • Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.