How do they match: Hydrologic Technicians

  • Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture.

  • Assist in designing programs to ensure the proper sealing of abandoned wells.
  • Collect water and soil samples to test for physical, chemical, or biological properties, such as pH, oxygen level, temperature, and pollution.
  • Investigate the properties, origins, or activities of glaciers, ice, snow, or permafrost.
  • Measure the properties of bodies of water, such as water levels, volume, and flow.
  • Provide real time data to emergency management and weather service personnel during flood events.

  • Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel.
  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.