O*NET-SOC 19-4042.00

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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

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Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.Core1550
Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.Core20869
Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.Core1549
Prepare samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.Core1556
Discuss test results and analyses with customers.Core1560
Inspect workplaces to ensure the absence of health and safety hazards, such as high noise levels, radiation, or potential lighting hazards.Core1565
Initiate procedures to close down or fine establishments violating environmental or health regulations.Supplemental1558
Weigh, analyze, or measure collected sample particles, such as lead, coal dust, or rock, to determine concentration of pollutants.Core1566
Calibrate microscopes or test instruments.Core1553
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.Core1552
Maintain files, such as hazardous waste databases, chemical usage data, personnel exposure information, or diagrams showing equipment locations.Core1561
Inspect sanitary conditions at public facilities.Supplemental1555
Set up equipment or stations to monitor and collect pollutants from sites, such as smoke stacks, manufacturing plants, or mechanical equipment.Core1563
Develop or implement programs for monitoring of environmental pollution or radiation.Core1570
Monitor emission control devices to ensure they are operating properly and comply with state and federal regulations.Core19799
Make recommendations to control or eliminate unsafe conditions at workplaces or public facilities.Core1554
Calculate amount of pollutant in samples or compute air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes, using chemical and mathematical formulas.Core1557
Develop testing procedures.Core20871
Perform statistical analysis of environmental data.Core1562
Determine amounts and kinds of chemicals to use in destroying harmful organisms or removing impurities from purification systems.Supplemental1559
Develop or implement site recycling or hazardous waste stream programs.Core19798
Direct activities of workers in laboratory.Core20870
Analyze potential environmental impacts of production process changes, and recommend steps to mitigate negative impacts.Core19797
Examine and analyze material for presence and concentration of contaminants, such as asbestos, using variety of microscopes.Supplemental1567
Distribute permits, closure plans, or cleanup plans.Supplemental1564

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 30 examples in 16 categories, 11 Hot Technology

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Document management software

Adobe AcrobatHot Technology

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology
Autodesk Softdesk

Data base user interface and query software

Database software
Microsoft AccessHot Technology

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot Technology
ESRI ArcInfo
ESRI ArcPad
ESRI ArcView
ESRI software

Analytical or scientific software

FishXing
Flood modeling software
HEC-HMS
HEC-RAS
Scientific analysis software
Statistical software
Visual OTTHYMO

Map creation software

Geomechanical design analysis GDA software
Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office

Graphics or photo imaging software

Graphics software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

SAP softwareHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Video creation and editing software

YouTube

Detailed Work Activities

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Getting Information

Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
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Investigate system, equipment, or product failures.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect work environments to ensure safety.
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Inspect areas for compliance with sanitation standards.
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Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Measure physical or chemical properties of materials or objects.
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Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Assess compliance with environmental laws.
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Analyzing Data or Information

Analyze geological samples.
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Analyze environmental data.
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Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Determine methods to minimize environmental impact of activities.
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Thinking Creatively

Develop environmental sustainability plans or projects.
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Develop environmental research methods.
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Performing General Physical Activities

Enforce rules or regulations.
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Handling and Moving Objects

Collect environmental data or samples.
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Set up laboratory or field equipment.
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Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.
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Collect samples for analysis or testing.
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Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
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Record research or operational data.
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Prepare documentation for permits or licenses.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Confer with clients to exchange information.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
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Direct natural resources management or conservation programs.
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Coordinate enforcement of laws or regulations.
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise others on business or operational matters.
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Advise others on matters of public policy.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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No NICE work role maps to this job.