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Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.
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- Prepare and package environmental samples for shipping or testing.
- Assist in the cleanup of hazardous material spills.
- Perform environmental quality work in field or office settings.
- Receive, set up, test, or decontaminate equipment.
- Inspect facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances, such as asbestos, lead, or wastewater.
- Maintain project logbook records or computer program files.
- Record laboratory or field data, including numerical data, test results, photographs, or summaries of visual observations.
- Decontaminate or test field equipment used to clean or test pollutants from soil, air, or water.
A selection of source-listed tasks; duties vary by role and employer.
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6.3 / 7
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Skills to explore
Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.
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.
2014-07
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
2014-07
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2014-07
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
2014-07
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
2014-07
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
2014-07
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
2014-07
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2014-07
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
2014-07
Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
2014-07
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 4 of 5 · 2014-07. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
Related study fields
Source crosswalk connections are research leads, not required qualifications.
Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician →
Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician →
Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician →
Hazardous Materials Information Systems Technology/Technician →
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O*NET-SOC code 17-3025.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.
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