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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 19-4042.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

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.

What this job is about

Ensure environmental safety and compliance through testing and analysis.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Collect environmental samples

    Gather samples of air, water, or soil to test for pollutants.

  2. 2

    Analyze test results

    Examine collected samples to determine levels of contaminants.

  3. 3

    Prepare reports and summaries

    Document findings and prepare reports that interpret test results.

  4. 4

    Inspect workplaces for hazards

    Evaluate work environments to identify potential health and safety risks.

  5. 5

    Provide recommendations for safety

    Advise on measures to mitigate or eliminate unsafe conditions.

Tools used in this work
Adobe AcrobatAutodesk AutoCADESRI ArcGIS softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft WordSAP software

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.