CAREER
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$48,390
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+4% (slower than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians Do
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.
Other Job Titles Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians May Have
Air Quality Instrument Specialist, Environmental Field Technician, Environmental Technician, Haz Tech (Hazardous Technician)
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Maintain project logbook records or computer program files.
- Record laboratory or field data, including numerical data, test results, photographs, or summaries of visual observations.
- Perform environmental quality work in field or office settings.
- Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs, or sketches.
- Collect and analyze pollution samples, such as air or ground water.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Bachelor's degree (67%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's degree
Post-secondary certificate
Majors Related to Career
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