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Career: Environmental Engineering Technicians
Job Description
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental pollution, including waste treatment and site remediation. May assist in the development of environmental pollution remediation devices under direction of engineer.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
98
|
Perform environmental quality work in field and office settings. |
85
|
Maintain project logbook records and computer program files. |
77
|
Receive, set up, test, and decontaminate equipment. |
73
|
Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements. |
71
|
Conduct pollution surveys, collecting and analyzing samples such as air and ground water. |
70
|
Review work plans to schedule activities. |
70
|
Obtain product information, identify vendors and suppliers, and order materials and equipment to maintain inventory. |
68
|
Perform laboratory work such as logging numerical and visual observations, preparing and packaging samples, recording test results, and performing photo documentation. |
65
|
Maintain process parameters and evaluate process anomalies. |
63
|
Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs and sketches. |
63
|
Develop work plans, including writing specifications and establishing material, manpower and facilities needs. |
62
|
Provide technical engineering support in the planning of projects, such as wastewater treatment plants, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and policies. |
61
|
Inspect facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances such as asbestos, lead, and wastewater. |
51
|
Oversee support staff. |
48
|
Perform statistical analysis and correction of air or water pollution data submitted by industry and other agencies. |
44
|
Assist in the cleanup of hazardous material spills. |
42
|
Arrange for the disposal of lead, asbestos and other hazardous materials. |
31
|
Work with customers to assess the environmental impact of proposed construction and to develop pollution prevention programs. |
24
|
Improve chemical processes to reduce toxic emissions. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
70
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
70
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
69
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
67
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
67
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
66
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
66
|
Processing Information
|
63
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
62
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
61
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
61
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
59
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
59
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
58
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
57
|
Thinking Creatively
|
56
|
Getting Information
|
56
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
53
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
50
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
50
|
Interacting With Computers
|
48
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
48
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
45
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
45
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
44
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
41
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
40
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
38
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
38
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
37
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
37
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
36
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
36
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
34
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
34
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
30
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
28
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
28
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
25
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
24
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
21
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|