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.

  • Analyze ecological data about the impact of pollution, erosion, floods, and other environmental problems on bodies of water.
  • Apply research findings to minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, or sedimentation.

  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Analyze environmental data.
  • Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.
  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Communicate with the public on environmental issues.
  • Compile environmental or climatological data.
  • Develop mathematical models of environmental conditions.