Environmental Engineering Technician

Average Salary
$47,320
$34,080
$65,600
Degree Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Career Focus

Environmental engineering technicians are the boots on the ground in the fight against pollution—working front lines to save our planet. These professionals collect and test water and soil samples, inspect worksites and assist in the development of new devices and practices that protect our natural resources and public health.

Also known as: Air Quality Instrument Specialist, Engineer Technician, Environmental Engineering Assistant, Environmental Field Technician, Environmental Specialist, Environmental Technician, Hazardous Technician, Industrial Waste Inspector, Senior Environmental Technician
Learning Strategies
Personnel Management
Mathematics
Monitoring
Operation Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Science
Social Perceptiveness
Systems Analysis
Conduct tests of air, water and soil samples
Inspect industrial facilities and work sites to ensure compliance with environmental regulations
Work on a team with other engineers and technicians
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
Maintain precise project records
Dispose of hazardous materials
Develop devices and systems to clean up pollution

Modern industries provide us with convenience and comfort—but unfortunately there is potential for dangerous waste and pollutants as well. When these pollutants endanger the quality of our air, soil and water, environmental engineers strive to solve these pressing issues and improve conditions. They work to advance issues like waste disposal, unsafe drinking water, recycling and sustainability.

Also known as: Air Pollution Control Engineer, Environmental Analyst, Environmental Remediation Specialist, Global Director Air and Climate Change, Hazardous Substances Engineer, Regulatory Environmental Compliance Manager, Sanitary Engineer
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Personnel Management
Mathematics
Monitoring
Negotiation
Persuasion
Science
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Analyze scientific data to determine the environmental impact of human activities
Design environmental protection projects
Advise industrial project stakeholders how to comply with environmental regulations
Collaborate and communicate with government and regulatory agencies
Provide technical support for contamination clean-up
Prepare and review environmental investigation reports
Create and update plans and standard operating procedures
Obtain necessary project permits

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