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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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26 tasks12 core, 14 supplemental
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Architecture & EngineeringOne of its 59 occupations
Code
17-3025.00SOC 2018: 17-3025

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12 core tasks and 14 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Maintain project logbook records or computer program files.Core taskTask 3641Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  2. Task 2. Record laboratory or field data, including numerical data, test results, photographs, or summaries of visual observations.Core taskTask 20513Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  3. Task 3. Perform environmental quality work in field or office settings.Core taskTask 3643Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  4. Task 4. Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs, or sketches.Core taskTask 3654Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  5. Task 5. Collect and analyze pollution samples, such as air or ground water.Core taskTask 20514Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  6. Task 6. Decontaminate or test field equipment used to clean or test pollutants from soil, air, or water.Core taskTask 19688Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  7. Task 7. Prepare and package environmental samples for shipping or testing.Core taskTask 19691Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  8. Task 8. Maintain process parameters and evaluate process anomalies.Core taskTask 3655Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
  9. Task 9. Review technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements.Core taskTask 3644Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
  10. Task 10. Receive, set up, test, or decontaminate equipment.Core taskTask 3640Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  11. Task 11. Prepare permit applications or review compliance with environmental permits.Core taskTask 20033Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
  12. Task 12. Review work plans to schedule activities.Core taskTask 3646Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  13. Task 13. Assist in the cleanup of hazardous material spills.Supplemental taskTask 3653Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  14. Task 14. Inspect facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances, such as asbestos, lead, or wastewater.Supplemental taskTask 3649Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2014
  15. Task 15. Develop work plans, including writing specifications or establishing material, manpower, or facilities needs.Supplemental taskTask 3658Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
  16. Task 16. Perform statistical analysis and correction of air or water pollution data submitted by industry or other agencies.Supplemental taskTask 3657Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  17. Task 17. Arrange for the disposal of lead, asbestos, or other hazardous materials.Supplemental taskTask 3648Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2014
  18. Task 18. Evaluate and select technologies to clean up polluted sites, restore polluted air, water, or soil, or rehabilitate degraded ecosystems.Supplemental taskTask 19689Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  19. Task 19. Assess the ability of environments to naturally remove or reduce conventional or emerging contaminants from air, water, or soil.Supplemental taskTask 19686Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  20. Task 20. Work with customers to assess the environmental impact of proposed construction or to develop pollution prevention programs.Supplemental taskTask 3656Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  21. Task 21. Provide technical engineering support in the planning of projects, such as wastewater treatment plants, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and policies.Supplemental taskTask 3650Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  22. Task 22. Model biological, chemical, or physical treatment processes to remove or degrade pollutants.Supplemental taskTask 19690Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2014
  23. Task 23. Oversee support staff.Supplemental taskTask 3652Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2014
  24. Task 24. Create models to demonstrate or predict the process by which pollutants move through or impact an environment.Supplemental taskTask 19687Rated by 80 people who do the job, July 2014
  25. Task 25. Improve chemical processes to reduce toxic emissions.Supplemental taskTask 3651Rated by 81 people who do the job, July 2014
  26. Task 26. Obtain product information, identify vendors or suppliers, or order materials or equipment to maintain inventory.Supplemental taskTask 3647Rated by 82 people who do the job, July 2014

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 17-3025
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