How do they match: Hydrologic Technicians

  • Hydrologic Technicians

  • Hydrologic Aid
  • Hydrologic Technician

  • 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.

  • Answer technical questions from hydrologists, policymakers, or other customers developing water conservation plans.
  • Develop computer models for hydrologic predictions.
  • Perform quality control checks on data to be used by hydrologists.
  • Prepare, install, maintain, or repair equipment used for hydrologic study, such as water level recorders, stream flow gauges, and water analyzers.

  • Research hydrologic features or processes.