Occupation Details
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.
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Interests
Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Conventional
Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Values
Achievement
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Relationships
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
Support
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$38,340.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$50,660.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$67,170.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
1,570
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
1,810
+24 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
229
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.2%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Degree Needed - Four-year college
Experience Requirements
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Education Requirements
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Apprenticeship
Contact your regional representative to learn more about apprenticeships available in your area by visiting Apprenticeship Contacts.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- 35 millimeter cameras
- Air current test kits
- Air sampling impingers
- Area sampling pumps
- Autoclaves
- Binocular light compound microscopes
- Bioaerosol impactors
- Bladder water sampling pumps
- Carbon monoxide monitors
- Carpet sampling pump kits
- Centrifugal water sampling pumps
- Centrifuges
- Chloride test kits
- Chlorinated hydrocarbon testing equipment
- Colorimetric field sampling devices
- Detector tubes
- Digital cameras
- Digital hand meters
- Digitizing tablets
- Dilution systems
- Electronic pump calibrators
- Explosive gas monitors
- Field data collection computers
- Flame ionization detectors FID
- Flow monitoring equipment
- Freon detectors
- Hach field kits
- Halide meters
- Halogen leak detectors
- Handheld laser particle counters
Technology
- Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Database software
- ESRI software
- Email software
- Flood modeling software
- Geomechanical design analysis GDA software
- Graphics software
- HEC-RAS
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- operate industrial or nondestructive testing equipment
- use precision measuring tools or equipment
- use biological testing instruments
- use microscope
- use laboratory equipment
- create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
- determine specifications
- calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
- set up or calibrate laboratory equipment
- develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
- develop plans for programs or projects
- prepare sample for laboratory testing, analysis, or microscopy
- collect samples for testing
- draw maps or charts
- issue licenses or permits
- maintain records, reports, or files
- prepare reports
- prepare safety reports
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- prepare environmental impact or related environmental reports
- enforce laws, ordinances, or regulations
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
- advise clients or customers
- recommend improvements to work methods or procedures
- recommend action to ensure compliance
- advise enforcement personnel on environmental standards
- advise governmental or industrial personnel
- recognize public safety hazards
- understand properties of gases or liquids
- examine biological or other material specimens under microscope
- identify properties of soil or water samples
- compile numerical or statistical data
- develop tables depicting data
- measure, weigh, or count products or materials
- analyze biological research, test, or analysis data
- analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
- analyze chemical experimental, test, or analysis data or findings
- conduct field research or investigative studies
- conduct laboratory research or experiments
- conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
- conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
- analyze ecosystem data
- measure air quality
- test air to detect toxic gases
- test air quality, noise, temperature, or radiation
- conduct analyses to determine physical properties of materials
- conduct analyses or tests of organic compounds
- test materials or solutions
- determine the effects of pollution
- perform tests to assess compliance with standards
- explain complex mathematical information
- explain rules, policies or regulations
- explain government rules or policies
- communicate technical information
- confer with scientists
- make decisions
- monitor atmospheric or meteorological processes
- use chemical testing or analysis procedures
- use chemical processing emergency procedures
- use government regulations
- use hazardous materials information
- use health or sanitation standards
- follow infectious materials procedures
- use interpersonal communication techniques
- use interviewing procedures
- use hazardous disposal techniques
- use pollution control techniques
- use scientific research methodology
- follow safe waste disposal procedures
- follow microbiology procedures
- use knowledge of medical terminology
- use knowledge of investigation techniques
- use knowledge of materials testing procedures
- use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
- use physical science research techniques
- use quantitative research methods
- use knowledge of environmental laws and regulations
- use knowledge of metric system
- adhere to safety procedures
- perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
- inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
- inspect waste disposal or treatment facilities for regulatory compliance
- ensure compliance with government regulations
- determine negligence or violation of laws or regulations
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- use relational database software
- use spreadsheet software
- use word processing or desktop publishing software
- develop or maintain databases
- collect scientific or technical data
- obtain technical support instructions from scientists or engineers
- collect statistical data
- collect geographic or physical data
- record test results, test procedures, or inspection data
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Discuss test results and analyses with customers.
- Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.
- Develop or implement programs for monitoring of environmental pollution or radiation.
- Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.
- Calibrate microscopes or test instruments.
- Provide information or technical or program assistance to government representatives, employers, or the general public on the issues of public health, environmental protection, or workplace safety.
- Direct activities of workers in laboratory.
- Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
- Monitor emission control devices to ensure they are operating properly and comply with state and federal regulations.
- Inspect sanitary conditions at public facilities.
- Inspect workplaces to ensure the absence of health and safety hazards, such as high noise levels, radiation, or potential lighting hazards.
- Examine and analyze material for presence and concentration of contaminants, such as asbestos, using variety of microscopes.
- Initiate procedures to close down or fine establishments violating environmental or health regulations.
- Weigh, analyze, or measure collected sample particles, such as lead, coal dust, or rock, to determine concentration of pollutants.
- Develop or implement site recycling or hazardous waste stream programs.
- Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
- Perform statistical analysis of environmental data.
- Analyze potential environmental impacts of production process changes, and recommend steps to mitigate negative impacts.
- Determine amounts and kinds of chemicals to use in destroying harmful organisms or removing impurities from purification systems.
- Set up equipment or stations to monitor and collect pollutants from sites, such as smoke stacks, manufacturing plants, or mechanical equipment.
- Make recommendations to control or eliminate unsafe conditions at workplaces or public facilities.
- Distribute permits, closure plans, or cleanup plans.
- Maintain files, such as hazardous waste databases, chemical usage data, personnel exposure information, or diagrams showing equipment locations.
- Develop testing procedures.
- Calculate amount of pollutant in samples or compute air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes, using chemical and mathematical formulas.
- Conduct standardized tests to ensure materials or supplies used throughout power supply systems meet processing and safety specifications.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
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