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

  • Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

  • Chemical Lab Tech
  • Chemical Laboratory Technician
  • Environmental Science Tech
  • Environmental Science Technician
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Instrumentation Chemist
  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Chemist
  • Water Purification Chemist

  • 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.
  • Determine amounts and kinds of chemicals to use in destroying harmful organisms or removing impurities from purification systems.
  • Maintain files, such as hazardous waste databases, chemical usage data, personnel exposure information, or diagrams showing equipment locations.

  • Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
  • Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Supervise scientific or technical personnel.