Environmental Technician
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.
At a Glance
Environmental Technician earns an average of $85,000/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.5–5 years. Top skills: Operations, Obstetrics And Gynaecology, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
$85,000/yr
High school or GED
2.5–5 years
7
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
Median Wage
$49,490/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.0%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (23)
Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Mills
Environmental Science
Infection Control
Lifting Ability
Surgical Wound Care
Continuous Improvement Process
ISO/IEC 17025
Hyperbaric Medicine
Blueprinting
Environmental Tests
Maid Services
Housekeeping
Fine Motor Skills
Sheet Metal
Product Defect
Site Assessment
Electricity
Auditing
Preventive Maintenance
Fabrication
New Product Development
Common Skills (6)
Operations
Communication
Customer Service
Prioritization
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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